History of the BCCI
In what year was the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) established?
1920
What is the title of the head of the BCCI?
President
What is one of the main benefits of being a BCCI member?
Advocacy on business issues
The BCCI represents the private sector in which national tripartite body?
The National Trade Union Congress of Belize
Belize’s main export products include sugar, citrus, and which other commodity?
Bananas
What was the original name of the BCCI when it was first formed?
The British Honduras Chamber of Commerce
How often are BCCI executive elections held?
Every two years
Which service helps members resolve commercial disputes outside of court?
Arbitration and Mediation Services
What is one of the BCCI’s key advocacy areas related to taxation?
Fair and transparent tax reform
The BCCI supports trade under which regional economic community?
CARICOM
The BCCI is the oldest private sector organization in which country?
Belize
How many vice presidents typically serve on the BCCI Council?
Two
The BCCI issues which type of document to support international trade?
Certificates of Origin
The BCCI often collaborates with which government ministry on trade issues?
Ministry of Trade and Investment
What is the name of Belize’s main port for international trade?
Port of Belize
The BCCI was instrumental in the formation of which major national economic council?
The National Trade Negotiating Commission
What is the name of the BCCI’s chief administrative officer?
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
What annual event allows members to network and showcase their products?
The BCCI Expo Belize Marketplace
The BCCI’s “Ease of Doing Business” campaign focuses on improving what?
The business regulatory environment
The BCCI promotes which type of trade agreements to expand market access?
Free Trade Agreements
What milestone anniversary did the BCCI celebrate in 2020?
100th Anniversary
The BCCI’s membership is divided into how many main categories?
Two (Corporate and Individual)
Which BCCI department assists with training and capacity building?
The Training and Consultancy Unit
The BCCI advocates for which type of economic growth?
Sustainable and inclusive growth
Which global organization does Belize belong to that governs international trade rules?
World Trade Organization (WTO)