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Belizean Scorecard

Country profile

Belize is a small country in Central America with a rich mix of Caribbean and Latin American cultures, bordered by the Caribbean Sea and lush tropical forests. It has a population of 0.4 million, a population growth rate of 2.06%, and a median age of 25.95 years.

Its past features ancient Maya civilization alongside Spanish and British colonial influences, resulting in a unique cultural heritage with English as its official language.

Today, Belize is known for its eco-tourism, vibrant festivals, and efforts to preserve its natural environments while promoting cultural diversity.

Its capital city is Belmopan.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Belize improved by 2.7% from 2022 to 2023

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GDP Growth in Belize worsened by 88.1% from 2022 to 2023

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Unemployment Rate in Belize improved by 15.3% from 2023 to 2024

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Inflation Rate in Belize improved by 25.1% from 2023 to 2024

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Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Belize improved by 1.9% from 2022 to 2023

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Infant Mortality Rate in Belize improved by 0.9% from 2022 to 2023

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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022

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Suicide Mortality Rate in Belize worsened by 13.0% from 2020 to 2021

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World Happiness Report in Belize improved by 12.7% from 2017 to 2024

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Freedom in the World in Belize improved by 1.1% from 2023 to 2024

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Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Belize improved by 15.5% from 2019 to 2020

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Governance and Security

Control of Corruption in Belize improved by 4.2% from 2022 to 2023

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Homicide Rate in Belize worsened by 21.0% from 2020 to 2021

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Government Effectiveness in Belize worsened by 5.5% from 2022 to 2023

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Political Stability in Belize improved by 5.4% from 2022 to 2023

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Rule of Law in Belize improved by 11.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Voice and Accountability in Belize improved by 0.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Belize worsened by 3.2% from 2022 to 2023

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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Belize worsened by 9.6% from 2019 to 2020

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Renewable Energy Consumption in Belize improved by 15.8% from 2021 to 2022

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