PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament Sarah A. Wescot-Williams has extended congratulations to the people of the Netherlands following the outcome of the recent parliamentary elections, in which D66 is slated to emerge as the largest party.
“The people of the Netherlands have spoken,” Wescot-Williams said. “I congratulate them on a vibrant democratic process and wish the political parties much wisdom as they now undertake the task of forming the next government.”
The MP emphasized that while the new administration will be the government of the Netherlands, it also holds a broader constitutional responsibility within the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
“The government of the Netherlands is, in fact, the Kingdom Government; the largest and most influential component of it,” she noted. “Decisions taken there inevitably shape the experience of all Kingdom partners, including Sint Maarten.”
Wescot-Williams expressed optimism about D66’s stated approach to the Caribbean, as outlined in its election manifesto.
“I am encouraged by the tone and content of D66’s vision for the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom,” she said. “Their emphasis on developmental equity, climate resilience, and democratic participation reflects the kind of modern and practical partnership we advocate.”
The MP added that she hopes these principles will help guide the next Netherlands government’s relations with the Caribbean countries going forward.
“I look forward to these views serving as a guiding light for the next Netherlands government in shaping a more balanced and constructive Kingdom relationship, one based on respect, equity, and shared progress.”
Wescot-Williams reaffirmed her belief that this is a pivotal moment for Sint Maarten and the wider Kingdom.
“This new chapter offers an opportunity to redefine cooperation in ways that genuinely improve the lives of citizens across the Kingdom,” she concluded. “We should meet that opportunity with clarity and purpose.”
