BELMOPAN, BELIZE – The People’s United Party (P.U.P.) demonstrated formidable organizational strength and internal cohesion as it convened its National Party Council Meeting this past weekend. The event, held at the Belmopan Comprehensive School, drew an estimated 1,500 delegates, creating a vibrant atmosphere of political solidarity.
This gathering carried profound historical significance, coinciding with the party’s landmark 75th anniversary celebrations. The agenda was strategically focused on policy direction and consolidating leadership for the future. In a decisive show of confidence, the council unanimously endorsed Prime Minister John Briceño to continue steering the party as its leader.
The council ratified several key resolutions that align with the government’s current trajectory. These included official support for the administration’s decision to suspend acquisition negotiations with B.T.L./Speednet, signaling a cautious approach to telecommunications governance. Delegates also threw their weight behind the critical final implementation phase of the National Health Insurance program, a cornerstone of the party’s social policy. Furthermore, the million-tree environmental initiative received renewed commitment, emphasizing the party’s dedication to ecological sustainability.
Addressing the assembled delegates, Prime Minister Briceño articulated a forward-looking vision centered on national preparation for emerging global challenges. ‘We have restored confidence at home and abroad,’ Briceño declared from the podium. ‘Our focus extends beyond recovery; we are building foundations for lasting prosperity. We are preparing our young people for careers in a rapidly evolving global economy, equipping our communities with enhanced infrastructure, digital connectivity, and services that attract investment, and strengthening our institutions to ensure greater transparency and accountability to the people we serve.’
The highly coordinated event served as both a celebration of the party’s enduring legacy and a strategic display of unity ahead of future electoral challenges.