The Dutch government is considering a Public Service Obligation (PSO) to safeguard essential air connections for the Caribbean Netherlands (Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba). This measure is intended to ensure reliable and affordable air transport on routes where commercial operations alone are not sufficient. What the PSO Is Ensuring Connectivity: …
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The Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment will adjust the amounts for minimum wage, child benefit, and social security benefits on Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba as of 1 January 2025, based on 2025 inflation figures. The statutory minimum wage will be indexed across all three islands. For Bonaire, it …
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The growing impact of migration and population ageing on the islands of Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba poses significant challenges for the local economy and overall prosperity. To address these developments, both the central government and the local authorities will need to make tough choices in the coming years. Key …
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The Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment will adjust the amounts for minimum wage, child benefit, and social security benefits on Bonaire, St.Eustatius, and Saba as of 1 January 2025, based on 2025 inflation figures. The statutory minimum wage will be indexed across all three islands. For Bonaire, it will …
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The bill to expand the island councils and executive boards of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba will be submitted to the House of Representatives. The Cabinet, after consulting the Council of State, approved the proposal by State Secretary Van Marum of the Interior and Kingdom Relations. If the law passes, …
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The growing migration and aging population on the islands of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba have significant consequences for the local economy and prosperity. To address these challenges, both the national government and local authorities must make decisive choices in the coming years. Key priorities include addressing infrastructure maintenance backlogs, …
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The investigation into the murder of Saban firefighter Sheldon Johnson is 80% complete, and a trial could take place as early as May 2026, a prosecutor told the Court of First Instance in a preliminary hearing on Thursday. Two men — A.N.W. (26) and R.V.v.H. (36) — have been charged …
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The Public Entity Saba is pleased to announce that orthodontic services will resume as of January 2026 under the care of Dr. Jonkman, an orthodontist based on Bonaire who also provides services on St. Maarten. During his regular visits to St. Maarten, Dr. Jonkman will make his services available to …
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The Dutch government’s decision to acquire shares in Winair, the St. Maarten–based airline, has failed to achieve its intended purpose. The goal of the investment was to ensure affordable air connections between St. Eustatius, Saba, St. Maarten, and, by extension, the rest of the world. However, this objective has not …
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From November 18–20, Saba’s emergency partners participated in Crisis Training. The three days were dedicated to sharpening skills, strengthening coordination, and reviewing protocols through workshops, tabletop sessions, and scenario trainings. These trainings involved PES’ departments, including Public Health and Sports, Communication and Public Relations, and Public Order and Safety, together …
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