Belize Joins High-Level Labour Meetings in Guyana

Belize recently participated in two significant regional meetings focused on addressing labour issues across the Caribbean. The meetings were held in Georgetown, Guyana, from April 6 to 8, 2025. The discussions were hosted by the Government of Guyana in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the CARICOM Secretariat.

On April 6, a Senior Officials Meeting set the stage for the ministerial session, finalising key documents. The Caribbean Ministers of Labour then gathered on April 7 to tackle emerging labour market challenges, explore regional cooperation, and assess progress on promoting decent work. The discussions also aimed to align labour policies with evolving economic and environmental conditions.

The final session on April 8, was the Thirty-Fourth Special Meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development (COHSOD).

Minister of Labour & Local Government, Florencio Marin Jr, reaffirmed Belize’s commitment to regional cooperation and social protection.