Thursday, November 14, 2024

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Receives Cheque from the Embassy of Mexico for Humanitarian Assistance

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On December 18, 2020, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through Chief Executive Officer, Ambassador Amalia Mai, received a cheque for BZ$59,584.39 from Mexico’s Ambassador to Belize, H.E. Ms. Martha Ofelia Zamarripa Rivas.
The funds will be utilized by the Government of Belize to provide humanitarian assistance, specifically food and sanitizing items, to Belizeans affected by tropical storms Eta and Iota.
Ambassador Mai expressed appreciation to the Government of Mexico for the kind assistance on behalf of the Government and people of Belize, especially in light of the difficult economic situation worldwide as a consequence of the global pandemic.
Belize and Mexico have enjoyed excellent bilateral and political relations since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1981. Ambassador Mai reaffirmed the Government of Belize’s commitment to continue strengthening the relationship going forward.

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