31/05/2026
FROM BELIZE TO GERMANY: WILLIAM REID EARNS DEGREE IN INTERNATIONAL TAXATION LAW
There is another Belizean success story to celebrate.
Proud mother and attorney Audrey Matura recently shared the graduation of her son, William Anthony Reid, who has earned a Bachelorโs degree in International Taxation and Law from a university in Kleve, Germany.
Matura described the achievement simply but proudly, writing, โGraduation of my son William Anthony Reid from his university in Kleve, Germany. He earned his bachelors in International Taxation Law. I am so proud of him.โ
Speaking with BNN, Reid explained that international taxation remains a largely underexplored field throughout the Caribbean, despite its growing importance.
โTaxation, especially international taxation, is a largely under explored field in our region. Even from Belizeโs perspective, as a regional player, it will effectively determine how weโre able to navigate trade barriers and transact within both regional and global markets across all sectors,โ he said.
Reid explained that his journey to Germany began after a family friend encouraged him to consider the European country as a study destination. Germanyโs tuition free education system, combined with the availability of English language programs, made it an attractive option.
While initially pursuing his interest in law, he discovered a degree program that combined both law and taxation.
โI didnโt know what to expect from taxation,โ Reid admitted. โItโs so often an overlooked area of discourse in our country and, in my experience, another aspect of financial literacy that so few of us may ever be exposed to.โ
His studies ultimately gave him a deeper understanding of how taxation affects individuals, businesses, governments, and international relations.
According to Reid, taxation and fiscal policy play a critical role in Belizeโs future development.
โTaxation and fiscal policy are essentially public revenue generation. Which determines for every Belizean household privately, how much money we each take home; publicly, contributes most significantly to the resources the Government is able generate and allocate to public initiatives; and even internationally, as a tool for diplomacy when engaging global counterparts.โ
He added that these policies ultimately influence how Belize develops and competes in an increasingly globalized world.
Reid is now considering pursuing a Master of Laws degree with a specialization in international tax law at Kingโs College London.
His father G Michael Reid is especially proud of him and his achievements.
From Belize to Germany, and perhaps next to London, Reidโs academic journey is proving that Belizeans continue to make their mark in fields that can shape not only their own futures, but the future of the nation as well.
