By Belize Live News Staff: The leadership of the Belize Coast Guard and the Belize Defence Force has visited personnel deployed at the Sarstoon, where troops are guarding Belize’s southern border.
Coast Guard Commandant Rear Admiral Gregory Soberanis was accompanied by Lieutenant Commander Freddie Ku and Lieutenant Colonel Omar Tzalam.
The commanders met directly with personnel in the operational area, checked on their welfare and recognized their professionalism and discipline under challenging conditions.
Troops were encouraged to remain vigilant, committed to their duties and ready at all times. The commanders expressed full confidence in the deployed personnel and promised to ensure they have the resources and logistical support needed to carry out their mission.
The Coast Guard said the visit reflects the shared resolve of BCG and BDF leadership to support their personnel and uphold Belize’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
“Shoulder to shoulder in defence of Belize,” the Coast Guard said.


