BCG AND BDF COMMANDERS VISIT TROOPS AT SARSTOON The Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard, Rear Admiral Gregory Soberanis, accompanied by Lieutenant Commander Freddie Ku and Lieutenant Colonel Omar Tzalam visited BCG and BDF personnel deployed at the Sarstoon, demonstrating their personal commitment to the troops entrusted with safeguarding Belize’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The … Read more
Defence diplomacy refers to the use of military and defence resources to achieve foreign policy objectives and enhance national security. It encompasses a range of activities. In Belize, however, the scope of these engagements is focused primarily on military-to-military interactions and strategic partnerships aimed at promoting regional security and stability. Over the past couple of … Read more
The Belize Coast Guard has entered a new chapter with the appointment of its third commandant in its 20-year history. Rear Admiral Elton Bennett officially handed over command after six years of dedicated service to Captain Gregory Soberanis, who was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral (Lower Half) during the ceremony. The event was … Read more
In a most anxious, high energy and combative Wonder Woman Competition yet your Coast Guard TEAM ALPHA was crowned 2025 Champions. In its nine years of running never have we witnessed such a tightly contested competition where the lead was alternated after every event culminating on the final event, the Crucible. Initiating six events in … Read more
Hon. Oscar Mira new Minister of Defence and Border Security met with the US Embassy Chargé d’affaires, David Hodge where they discussed their joint commitment to regional and maritime security, including the fight against drug traffickers and other transnational criminal organizations. Hon. Oscar Mira reaffirmed the continued strong partnership both countries have forged in areas … Read more