On 15 October 2026, Dr. Kenrick Williams, Deputy Permanent Representative, delivered Belize’s statement to the Second Committee of the General Assembly on operational activities for development, describing the United Nations development system as an essential partner in translating international commitments into tangible results for the people of Belize.
Belize highlighted three priorities. First, United Nations support must deliver on national development priorities through the United Nations Multi-Country Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2027–2031, which Belize has endorsed, backed by adequate financing. Second, reform must strengthen support on the ground: as UN80 and the regional reset advance, changes to multi-country office arrangements must preserve access to expertise, continuity of programmes and timely decision-making, and be based on clear, evidence-based information and full consultation with host Governments. Third, development commitments must be matched by predictable, sustainable and flexible financing, including stronger core funding and sustainable financing for the Resident Coordinator system.
Belize reaffirmed its commitment to multilateralism and its readiness to work with partners to deliver on the 2030 Agenda and the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS.