Government

See also:

• Regional: Central America: Government  (4)

Government of Belize -  .

- Official site of the Belizean government. Includes political information, press releases, and a general country overview.

Belize Agricultural Health Authority - - Describes animal health, food safety, and inspection and quarantine programs, with information on organizational structure.

Belize Customs & Excise Department - - Develops and applies customs and tax policies, supervises bonded warehoused, and inspects ocean vessels. Provides enabling legislation, official publications, and current exchange rate.

Belize Defence Force - - Order of battle including photos, squadron badges, maps of airfields, satellite pictures, squadron overview, and aircraft database.

Belize Elections & Boundaries Department. - - Committed to the enhancement of democracy through the promotion of civic education and the maintenance of a legitimate, impartial, valid electoral process.

Belize Intellectual Property Office (BELIPO) - - Administers patent, trademark, and industrial design registries. Describes functions of the agency, lists local agents, and offers subscription access to journal of new registrations.

Belize National Population & Housing Census 2000 - - FAQ, statistics and activities of the General Statistics Office of Belize.

Belize Police - - Describes community outreach activities, with "most wanted" list and a very detailed history of public safety since the 15th century.

Belize Social Security Board - - Fund financed by contributions made by the workers and their employers provides retirement, survivors, and maternity benefits, funeral grants, and workman's compensation. Describes statutory foundation, benefits, and employer requirements.

International Financial Services Commission (IFSC) - - Develops and regulates the country's offshore financial sector. Describes commission history and enabling legislation, and posts news and warnings.

Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries - - Production statistics, ministry organization, and contact information for departments and key staff.

Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports - - Describes organizational structures, with links to area education centers, calendar of events, and resources.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs - - Locations, press releases, and information about the ministry. Includes consulates and embassies.

Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment, Commerce, and Industry (MNREI) - - Describes services, including land surveys and weather forecasting as well as conservation and economic development. Also provides reports and statistics, information on employment opportunities, and news.

National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) - - Coordinates preparedness and disaster response. Features hurricane forecasts, tracking, and survival instructions.

Public Utilities Commission - - Regulates the electricity, water and telecommunication sectors. Provides consumer information, information on the national energy plan, and a description of the organization's structure.