U.S. Embassy Donates Vehicles to Enhance Belize’s Border Security

The United States Embassy, through the Bureau of International Narcotics & Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), donated nine vehicles valued at approximately US$380,000 to several Belizean law enforcement agencies.

The handing over ceremony was held this morning in Belmopan.

The recipients included the Department of Border Management and Immigration Services (1 vehicle), the Belize Customs and Excise Department’s Intelligence and Enforcement Units (2 vehicles), the Belize Police Department’s Mobile Interdiction Team (4 vehicles), and its Anti-Narcotics Unit (2 vehicles). These vehicles are intended to enhance the mobility and effectiveness of border security operations.

US Ambassador Michelle Kwan said, ”I am so gratified to hand over these vehicles today to enhance the capacity of four agencies that play such a crucial role in border security … It is significant that this event has a multi-agency focus. One thing we in the U.S. government have learnt is that only by working together, across agencies and departments, can we stay ahead of criminal organisations that are increasingly sophisticated and well-financed. I’m especially proud of the engagement the U.S. Embassy has, through our INL program, with various Belize law enforcement and justice sector institutions that are similarly working together toward this important goal.”

Minister of Home Affairs, Kareem Musa, “We are here, not just as law enforcement representatives, but as representatives of the government and community bound by compassion and the shared belief in making a positive impact on the criminal justice system that we serve. Today’s donation is a testament to the power of collective willingness and the potential for positive change that occurs when we come together for a common cause. These vehicles are not just a financial injection; they are a vote of confidence in the work we do and the difference we strive to make for our country”.