Mai Says Sugar Inquiry Successful Thus Far  

Last week, the first set of hearings for the long-awaited Commission of Inquiry into the sugar industry kicked off in Orange Walk. The Commission’s mandate is to analyze the entire value chain of the sugar industry and provide recommendations on various aspects. After the hearings conclude, a final report is expected to be submitted to the Government of Belize by the end of November. We spoke with the Minister of Agriculture, Jose Abelardo Mai for some insight into the commission of inquiry thus far. Here’s what he had to say.

 

Jose Abelardo Mai, Minister of Agriculture

“The commission of inquiry is going well. The commissioners, I am convinced, are experts, professionals, and I’m happy for that. All I want is for the commission of inquiry to result in recommendations that are sound, that are fair, and that will allow the industry to be a viable one in the long run. All I want is fairness for all the stakeholders, the farmers, and the miller. And I am confident that will happen.”