Dr. Wouter Veenendaal, Professor of Kingdom Relations and Associate Professor of Comparative Political Science at Leiden University, delivered his inaugural lecture on Monday. Sitting in the centre of the bench on the left is Professor Francio Guadeloupe, President of the University of St. Martin in Philipsburg. The Dutch public has a …
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The Dutch government has presented its vision for economic development in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom. In plans submitted to the House of Representatives by State Secretary Zsolt Szabo (Digitisation and Kingdom Relations) on behalf of Minister Dirk Beljaarts (Economic Affairs), key conditions are outlined to strengthen the economies …
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On March 9th, Saba welcomed back Vernisha Robinson, a recent graduate of the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee (KMar) training. Upon her arrival, Robinson was met with many cheers of celebration from family and friends and was presented with a bouquet by Island Governor Jonathan Johnson and Acting Island Governor Shamara Nicholson. …
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The Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations sought insight into the financial challenges of maintaining and upgrading physical infrastructure in the Caribbean Netherlands (Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba). Many infrastructure assets are in poor condition, and the current funding system does not provide adequate financial support for maintenance and …
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A sexual health training was conducted in Saba last month, which aimed to equip professionals with tools to educate youngsters to make informed and healthy decisions. The training, called “Long Live Love” and held February 18-20, adapted the curriculum of the Dutch “Lang Leve de Liefde” programme of SOA Aids …
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Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, the highly anticipated SSS School Games are set to return for a second year, bringing together young athletes from the three islands for an exciting series of competitions and social activities. The SSS School Games aim to foster youth engagement in sports …
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Prof. Dr. Wouter Veenendaal, a professor by special appointment in Kingdom Relations and associate professor of comparative politics at the Institute of Political Science of Leiden University, held his inaugural speech yesterday, Monday. Veenendaal held his inaugural speech as holder of the professor chair Democratic Representation in the Kingdom. Ministry …
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Better access to banking services and financing for entrepreneurs. Better alignment between education and labour market. Digitalisation of processes and availability of data for policy and implementation. These preconditions for economic development of the Caribbean part of the Kingdom are included in the vision that State Secretary Zsolt Szabó (Digitalisation …
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A delegation from the board of the Pension Fund Caribbean Netherlands (PCN) recently visited Saba to tour several projects funded or co-financed by the organization. The visit highlighted ongoing developments and future plans aimed at supporting the island’s growth. The delegation made stops at key sites, including the future Scenery …
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The Catholic Association for Ecumenism in the Netherlands has published a special issue of the magazine “Perspectief” in which the role of the Roman Catholic Church in the Dutch slavery past is highlighted. One of the contributions was made by Rose Mary Allen, a cultural anthropologist and extraordinary professor of …
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The Advisory Division of the Kingdom Council of State has raised concerns that the Netherlands’ national Climate Plan excludes the Caribbean territories, focusing solely on the European part of the country. In its advisory opinion, the Council of State notes that under the Climate Act, the plan applies only to …
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The Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations is currently unable to access 80 million euros earmarked for the economic strengthening of the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom. These funds are intended for critical projects, including the construction of a new port for Saba (40 million euros), road improvements on …
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The Central Statistics Netherlands (CBS) has initiated a public awareness campaign on Saba and St. Eustatius to highlight the importance of data and its role in decision-making. As the official data collection and statistics agency for the Caribbean Netherlands, CBS generates comprehensive statistics on key areas such as population, economic …
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Saba’s Island Council met last Tuesday to discuss a wide range of issues, such as ferry and air services, invasive species control, cost of living and housing. Island Council Member Vito Charles raised concerns about the “Makana” ferry, particularly the smell of diesel on board and associated health risks to …
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A growing dispute has emerged between Dutch Minister of Interior Affairs and Kingdom Relations Judith Uitermark and State Secretary Zsolt Szabo over the allocation of the 66-million-euro slavery fund designated for Curacao, Aruba, and St. Maarten (CAS countries), as well as Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba (BES islands). The disagreement …
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