CoM Overturns PM’s Request to Suspend Chief of Staff.

PHILIPSBURG: --- In significant development today, the Council of Ministers (CoM) has rejected the Prime Minister's request to suspend Suenah Laville-Martis, Chief of Staff for the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor (VSA). The imposed measure has been lifted, granting Laville-Martis access to all digital platforms and government buildings, except the Government Administration Building and events attended by the Prime Minister. This decision will remain in effect until the ongoing criminal investigation is concluded. A form...

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Security Alert Issued for Nettlé Bay Area After Armed Robbery Attempts.

SAINT-MARTIN:--- The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin issued a public safety announcement on January 26, 2026, calling for increased vigilance following two recent armed robbery attempts in the Nettlé Bay area.
In response to the incidents, which occurred near 166 Route de Baie Nettlé, the Prefect has reactivated the official anti-armed robbery protocol. This measure aims to enhance security and counter the immediate threat.
The communiqué strongly advises residents and visitors to avoid the specified sector of Nettlé Bay during ni...

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EYoung Talent Fonds op Naam Launches on Sint Maarten – Applications Open February 1, 2026.

~A new opportunity is opening doors for young talent on Sint Maarten.~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Starting February 1, 2026, the EY Young Talent Fund will officially become available to aspiring young people on the island, supporting their growth, development, and future success.

Originally established in 2017 by EY in partnership with the Cultuurfonds Caribisch Gebied (CCG) to celebrate EY’s 70th anniversary, the fund was launched to invest in the next generation of talent on Curaçao. One year later, it expanded to Aruba, followed by Bonaire four years lat...

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2025 Summary Wage and Third-Party Statements Due February 2.

PHILIPSBURG:---  The Tax Administration, Inspectorate Department, is reminding all businesses, employers, and financial administrators of the February 2, 2026, deadline for submitting the Summary Wage Statement (Verzamelloonstaat) and Third-Party Statement (Opgaaf Derden) for 2025, as required under Article 45 of the National Ordinance on General Taxes.

The Summary Wage Statement provides a record of all individuals employed by a business, including directors, supervisory directors, and individuals working exclusively on a commission basis,...

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