Foreign Minister Meets New US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires in Belize

Today, Foreign Minister Francis Fonseca warmly received Katharine Beamer, the newly appointed Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Belize. Their congenial meeting focused on strengthening cooperation in security, trade, and efforts to support Haiti. Minister Fonseca reaffirmed Belize’s commitment to close collaboration with the United States and extended an invitation to Beamer to participate in the upcoming Belize@44 national celebrations.  In response, Beamer emphasized the robust and enduring nature of the Belize–U.S. relationship and pledged her dedication to further enhancing bilateral ties.  Beamer is the seventh Chargé d’Affaires since the country’s independence in 1981.  She succeeds David Hodge who served from January to August this year.