It is always heart wrenching to hear of the loss of a young life in a sudden and unexpected manner and the death of 17-year-old American Ceylon Pratt Logan really saddens the community of San Pedro. Logan was struck by a passing skiff navigating the area where she and her mom were swimming just in the vicinity of Mata Chica Resort. Boat Cарtаіn, Јеѕѕе Јаmеѕ Ѕmіth, who was navigating a 25-fооt fіbеrglаѕѕ ѕkіff identified as ‘Маthеw’, has been detained by San Pedro police in connection with a boat accident. It's important for the authorities are thoroughly investigating the incident to determine what led to the accident and if any negligence or wrongdoing was involved. It's fortunate that the skiff owned by Pro Dive Center Limited was licensed and insured, as this should ensure that the victims and their families are able to receive any necessary medical treatment and compensation for their losses. However, no amount of compensation can make up for the loss of a loved one, and my thoughts are with Logan Pratt's family during this difficult time.

Belize's Prime Minister, John Briceño, has traveled to Nassau, Bahamas to attend the 44th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The meeting will cover several critical topics, including the implementation of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME), climate change and financing, agriculture, and food security. CARICOM members have already passed 57% of the target to reduce the region's food import bill by 25% by 2025, and a report will be presented on the work being done in this regard. The meeting will also include engagements between the Heads and special guests, including the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and other representatives. Additionally, plans for CARICOM's 50th anniversary Golden Jubilee celebrations, which will culminate with the next Heads of Government meeting in July, will be discussed.