Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag Belize agrees to process U.S. asylum seekers under a two-year pilot with safeguards, while expanding regional free movement.

flag Belize has agreed in principle to become a U.S. safe third country for processing asylum seekers, with a formal Senate ratification pending. flag The agreement includes safeguards like a unilateral veto, annual caps, nationality restrictions, and consideration of criminal records and skills. flag It is initially set for two years and requires legal changes in Belize. flag The U.S. will provide financial and technical support. flag Separately, Belize has implemented free movement for nationals from Barbados, Dominica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, allowing indefinite residence and work without permits, with an indefinite stay stamp and access to services after registration. flag Security and health safeguards remain, and a monitoring phase is underway. flag The move is part of the CARICOM Free Movement of People Initiative, aimed at regional integration with gradual, reciprocal implementation.

6 Articles