Corozal Free Zone Open Day Returns After 17 Years With Smooth Operations and No Incidents

Authorities say the Corozal Free Zone Open Day concluded without incident, with smooth operations reported throughout the day at the northern border and inside the Free Zone.  According to Neri Ramirez, Chief Executive Officer of the Corozal Free Zone, 397 Belizean vehicles entered the zone during the Open Day, along with a total of 1,252 Belizean shoppers.  Ramirez said border processing and internal operations remained orderly, crediting coordination among Free Zone management, customs, and security personnel for the smooth flow of traffic and shoppers.  He noted that there were no major disruptions or security concerns, and thanked Belizeans for their cooperation and adherence to the guidelines set for the one-day event.  Yesterday’s Open Day was the first to take place since 2007.  Belizeans were afforded the opportunity to traverse and shop in the zone with the understanding that they would pay duties, upon the discretion of the Customs’ officers at the Santa Elena border.