National Security Strategy of Belize The Strategy Introduction This chapter outlines a plan of action to implement the National Security Strategy (NSS). It focuses on prioritisation of the national strategic goals and takes into consideration the likely resources that will be required. In order for the strategy to be effective, a multi-agency approach is required. This strategy will ensure effective governance that addresses national security, non-traditional threats, social and economic issues and at the same time maximizing efficient use of our national resources. This vision is one of a secure Belize, with its sovereignty and territorial integrity intact while maintaining excellent relations with our regional and international partners. This should result in a vibrant Belize with strong, sustainable economic development, prosperity, social justice, and ethnic harmony. In this way, Belize will contribute to hemispheric security. The National Security Goals (Ends), and the Concepts (Ways) and Capabilities (Means) that make up the national security strategy provide the road map for achieving The National Security Vision. Concepts and Required Capabilities Resources available to Central Government are limited; therefore, pooling is required, and expenditure prioritised to ensure the greatest positive impact on the national goals being pursued. To assist in planning for the execution of this national security strategy, the identified national goals are prioritsed as to their perceived impact on the identified security threats. The Strategy 13