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flag Belize confirms ownership of Belcan Bridge design, denies theft, and says foreign firm improved it for safety.

flag Belize's Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing confirms it owns the design for the Belcan Bridge, created by engineer Roque Matus in 2019, and states a foreign firm improved the original plans, which lacked critical construction details. flag The ministry disputes claims of theft, saying the revised designs were necessary for safety and feasibility. flag Minister Julius Espat expressed concerns about the Belize City Council’s experience but affirmed the government’s ownership and the need for proper credit. flag He emphasized that the project can succeed with accountability and professional oversight.

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