Application and scope

(1) Subject to sub–section (5), this Act regulates the rendering of assistance by Belize to any foreign State. (2) Assistance under this Act may be provided to any foreign State whether on the basis of a treaty or not. (3) Notwithstanding sub–section (1), nothing precludes Belize from rendering of a broader range of assistance to a foreign State under this Act than may be provided for in a treaty. (4) Nothing in this Act shall be construed to limit the power conferred under any other law to any agency or authority in Belize to co–operate, including sharing information, with any foreign State through other channels or in another manner. International Co-operation Act [CAP. 103:04 9 (5) Where a request is made pursuant to a treaty, the provisions of that treaty apply.