United States. Central Intelligence Agency, CIA World Fact Book, 2004 — Belize (2004)
“ Introduction Belize Background: 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. ”
United States. Central Intelligence Agency, CIA World Fact Book, 2004 — Belize (2004)
“ Economy Belize Economy - overview: In this small, essentially private enterprise economy the tourism industry is the number one foreign exchange earner followed by cane sugar, citrus, marine products, bananas, and garments. ”
United States. Central Intelligence Agency, CIA World Fact Book, 2004 — Belize (2004)
“ Major concerns continue to be the sizable trade deficit and foreign debt. A key short-term objective remains the reduction of poverty with the help of international donors. GDP: purchasing power parity - $1.28 billion (2002 est.) GDP - real growth rate: 3.7% (2002 est.) GDP - per capita: purchasing power parity - $4,900 (2002 est.) GDP - composition by sector: agriculture: 22.7%industry: 24.5%services: 52.8% (2003 est.) Investment (gross fixed) : 33% of GDP (2003) Population below poverty line: 33% (1999 est.) ”
