Last month, the Island Council of Saba participated in a working visit to the Netherlands, engaging in a series of meetings aimed at enhancing governance, fostering cooperation, and advancing various initiatives. The Island Councils of Bonaire and Sint Eustatius also attended, demonstrating Saba’s commitment to strengthening ties with Dutch counterparts …

Following a comprehensive evaluation of the upgrades at Cove Bay Beach, several key additions have been incorporated into the project’s scope. These enhancements have necessitated adjustments to the initial project timeline to ensure long-term sustainability. Key Project Additions To address challenges posed by heavy rainfall, a comprehensive water drainage system …

The regional police force manager of the Dutch Caribbean Police Force (KPCN) has unconditionally dismissed a police officer due to severe dereliction of duty. The dereliction of duty emerged from a disciplinary investigation initiated after the force received information about the officer’s improper use of the service weapon. In the …

Saba Tourist Bu­reau, in collaboration with St. Martin Tourist Office, recently organised a day trip to Saba for regional and international travel agents. “This initiative aimed to showcase the beauty and hospitality of neighbouring islands and was designed to highlight the island-hop­ping potential while [visit­ing — Ed.] St. Maarten,” Saba Tourist Bureau …

Saba Tourist Bu­reau recently hosted a group of American travel journalists for an exclusive day trip. “This initiative aimed to provide the journalists with a unique and immersive experience of Saba’s rich offerings, from its natu­ral beauty to its cultural heritage and conservation efforts,” the Saba Tourist Bureau said in …

Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba are set to implement a new postal code system modeled after the one used in the European Netherlands. Although inspired by the Dutch system, it will remain distinct. Among the three options considered, the decision was made against a unique system exclusively for the BES …

The Caribbean Research Programme of the Dutch Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) is actively developing a comprehensive knowledge agenda in collaboration with residents of the Caribbean part of the Kingdom. This agenda aims to pinpoint the most critical societal issues and explore how scientific research can address them effectively. Throughout …

“Directed growth is essential to ensure well-being in the Caribbean Netherlands by 2050,” emphasizes the State Committee on Demographic Developments in its July 4, 2024, report, “Directed Growth.” On the request of the Dutch government and the House of Representatives, the State Committee Demographic Developments 2050 was established in September …

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There has been a change regarding study financing and the child benefit in Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba. Parents with children under eighteen years old who are also receiving study financing will now continue to receive the child benefit, aligning with regulations in the European Netherlands. Under the revised policy, …