Belize is a small Caribbean nation located in Central America, flanked by Mexico on the northwest side and Guatemala on the western and southern sides. Formerly known as British Honduras, the country came to be known as Belize in June 1973. The capital of this nation, which is the only English-speaking country in Central America, shifted from Belize City to Belmopan in the 1970’s. Belize is a parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. The Cabinet is led by the Prime Minister, who serves as the head of government along with cabinet ministers, who usually hold elected seats. Queen Elizabeth II, represented by the Governor-General, is also a member of the Cabinet. Belize is a member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) as well as the Sistema de Integración Centroamericana (SICA). Continue Reading