Protected Areas & Blue Economy: PACT and APAMO renewed a three-year partnership to strengthen Belize’s protected areas through better governance, public education, and sustainable financing, while CRFM and CCCCC leaders in Belize City discussed closer regional work to protect oceans and fisheries, including how to manage sargassum and explore circular-economy uses. Climate & Water Risks: CariCOF warns El Niño is intensifying, raising the odds of heatwaves, drought, and flooding risk during the 2026 wet season; locally, the Sibun River is at flood stage and rising near levels seen during Hurricane Mitch, and a tropical wave brought damaging coastal winds and rough conditions. Coral Resilience Research: Scientists mapped heat-resistant coral reefs across 71 countries, offering a guide for where conservation money could protect marine life as bleaching worsens. Wildlife Safety & Enforcement: Belize Zoo and the Forest Department urged the public to keep distance from wild animals; authorities are still pursuing tourists linked to a jaguar cub harassment case, and officials say penalties may rise as laws are modernized. Energy & Power Planning: Extended drought is affecting hydro power, while the PUC flags electricity supply planning needs; the Ministry also convened stakeholders to map Belize’s long-term electricity supply. Agriculture & Livelihoods: Cayo farmers received pasture establishment training and grass seeds under CRESAP; Belize sugar farmers say the second crop payment falls short of rising costs, and the cattle sector received discounted breeding bulls to improve genetics. Community Resilience: Belize launched BNTF 11 with funding for education and water sub-projects aimed at reducing poverty and strengthening resilience.