Pensioenfonds Caribbean Nederland (PCN) has released its annual results for 2024, demonstrating resilient financial performance despite ongoing global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions that characterized the year. It reports 7.8% investment return and concludes a recovery plan. Key Financial Performance The fund’s coverage ratio experienced a modest decline from 129.4% …

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Vehicle on fire SABA On Wednesday, the 27th of August, around 5:15 PM, the central control room received a report of a vehicle on fire near the English Quarter on Saba. When the police arrived, they found a car with fire coming from the hood. Bystanders tried to extinguish the …

As part of the airport’s commitment to maintaining top operational standards, the decision was made to enforce certain measures following recent discussions on safety, with input from various airport departments. These measures will range from parking restrictions, accessibility to the departure area, security screening when in transit via Sint Eustatius, …

The Island Council of Saba has officially launched the implementation of a comprehensive digital governance platform, marking a significant milestone in the island’s commitment to transparent and accessible public administration. The integrated system encompasses a redesigned council website, the iBabs Council Information System (RIS) with public portal functionality, and live …

The Saba Tourist Bureau recently welcomed leading international journalists and a high-profile influencer to experience and share the island’s breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and conservation initiatives. The visits highlight Saba’s commitment to sustainable tourism and position the island as one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets. International Media Coverage Journalists Nick …

The Island Council of St. Eustatius voted Thursday afternoon to dismiss the current members of the Gwendoline van Putten School Board, effective September 15, 2025, following a motion introduced by Councilman Clyde van Putten. The motion also authorized the appointment of an interim board to assume the outgoing board’s responsibilities, with …

Traffic Safety Check Conducted at Fortbay On Friday, August 15th, police conducted a scheduled traffic safety checkpoint at Fortbay, focusing on driver compliance with essential road safety regulations. During the operation, officers inspected eight vehicles, checking for valid driver’s licenses, current insurance coverage, and compliance with window tinting regulations. The …

Although the tax regime in the BES islands does not include a complicated profit tax, many other taxes remain, and entrepreneurs and individuals are sometimes confronted with difficult situations that require practical and workable solutions. On Thursday, August 21, Jorik Julsing, Tax Director with HBN Law & Tax, will return …

Long-term occupation of land on the six Caribbean islands within the Kingdom of the Netherlands no longer guarantees ownership rights, according to a comprehensive analysis of more than 75 court decisions involving so-called “old estates.” The government increasingly invokes the domain principle, whereby undivided land without registered ownership automatically becomes …