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Territorial disputes between the UK and Guatemala delayed the independence of Belize (formerly British Honduras) until 1981. Guatemala refused to recognize the new nation until 1992. Tourism has become the mainstay of the economy. The country remains plagued by high unemployment, growing involvement in the South American drug trade, and increased urban crime. |
Graft trial starts for former Guatemala leader - Reuters Graft trial starts for former Guatemala leaderReutersPolice detained him in January, a day after his indictment in New York, as he was trying to travel to neighboring Belize in a boat.and more » Ten ways to survive the pensions crisis - The Guardian The GuardianTen ways to survive the pensions crisisThe GuardianMove overseas ... to Belize? If you are worried about how you are going to manage financially when you retire, there is a more drastic solution: move to a ...and more » Belize City Center unsafe for big crowds! - The Reporter Belize The Reporter BelizeBelize City Center unsafe for big crowds!The Reporter BelizeSeveral major events of this year's September celebrations will not be held at the Belize City Center as originally ... |
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