PM Briceño Calls General Elections for March 12, 2025

Prime Minister John Briceño has officially announced that Belizeans will head to the polls on March 12, 2025, seeking a renewed mandate for the People’s United Party (PUP). The announcement follows the dissolution of the National Assembly, which was advised by the Prime Minister earlier today.

Nomination Day for candidates across Belize’s 31 constituencies has been set for February 24, 2025.

Briceño recalled the state of the country four years ago, describing it as virtually bankrupt, with public sector wages frozen, high unemployment, and a shrinking economy. He credited his government’s leadership for turning the situation around, stating that Belizeans are now working, earning higher wages, and benefiting from economic expansion driven by private sector investment and responsible public spending.

“With this sterling report card in hand, and after careful reflection and prayer, I have decided to deliver. That now is an appropriate time to seek from you a renewal of our electoral mandate.”

He urged all Belizeans to exercise their right to vote and to consider key factors such as performance, stability, and leadership readiness when making their decision.

“Election Day is your chance, a chance to be cherished, where in free and fair elections, you choose the person and the party that can best represent your interests.”