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PJIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WELCOMES DR. BEKELE AS AIRPORT MEDICAL DOCTOR
SINT MAARTEN (SIMPSON BAY-AIRPORT) - Princess Juliana International Airport Operating Company N.V. (PJIA) is pleased to welcome Dr. Bekele as the airport’s Medical Doctor, succeeding Dr. Swanston, who previously served in the role. PJIA extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Swanston for her dedication, professionalism and valuable service to the airport. Throughout her tenure, PJIA maintained a positive and productive working relationship with Dr. Swanston and the organization is grateful for her contribution to the airport’s medical preparedness and emergency response capabilities. In her new role, Dr. Bekele will play an important part in supporting PJIA’s emergency medical response framework and overall medical preparedness. Working closely with the airport’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) team and relevant operational departments, she will provide medical...
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MP Roseburg Reflects on Killing of Peruvian Political Candidate Susy Aponte Polo
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Member of Parliament (MP) Sjamira Roseburg has expressed sadness over the killing of Peruvian journalist and political candidate Susy Aponte Polo, while highlighting the importance of ensuring that women are able to participate in politics and public life without fear of violence. Aponte Polo was killed on September 19 while participating in a political campaign activity in Peru. Her death comes at a time when violence against women, including the challenges faced by women in public and political life, continues to receive international attention. MP Roseburg said the incident particularly resonated with her considering the ongoing discussions surrounding gender-based violence and the work being carried out through the Women’s Caucus. “We have been speaking about gender-based violence, attending...
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Minister Plenipotentiary Arrindell and Lebanese Ambassador Minkara Discuss Strengthening Relations and Exploring Opportunities
THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Minister Plenipotentiary of Sint Maarten H.E. Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, this week welcomed H.E. Walid Minkara, Ambassador of Lebanon to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, for a courtesy meeting focused on strengthening relations and exploring opportunities for closer economic and people-to-people ties. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the Lebanese diaspora and its longstanding entrepreneurial presence in the Caribbean and Latin America, particularly in areas such as commerce, tourism, hospitality and real estate. The discussion also highlighted Sint Maarten's economic resilience and recovery, its strong tourism sector and its strategic position within the Caribbean. Particular attention was given to opportunities for foreign investment, tourism, real estate, services and entrepreneurship, as well as Sint Maarten's efforts...
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Brooks & Associates Becomes Rotary Sunset’s First Corporate Sponsor of the Breakfast Program
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - A nutritious breakfast can make all the difference in a child’s school day. For seven years, the Rotary Club of St. Martin Sunset has worked alongside Marie Genevieve de Weever School to help ensure that hunger does not stand in the way of learning. This year marks an important milestone as Brooks & Associates becomes the program’s first corporate sponsor. The breakfast program provides meals to students identified by the school’s Care Team as vulnerable students who would benefit from the support. This approach helps ensure that students can begin their school day nourished, focused, and ready to learn, while respecting their privacy and dignity. Beyond meeting an immediate need, the initiative reflects a shared commitment to...
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Ministry of Justice Recognizes KPSM Officer Selected for International Training in Abu Dhabi
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Ministry of Justice is pleased to recognize the selection of Police Officer Richardson of the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) to participate in the IACP/UAE Ministry of Interior Police Academy Exchange Program in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Officer Richardson departed Sint Maarten on September 10, 2026, to begin a six-month international training program at the Abu Dhabi Police College. The program is conducted in collaboration with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Interior (MOI). The program combines academic studies, physical fitness, practical exercises, discipline and other aspects of professional police training within an academy environment. Through this experience, participating officers have the opportunity to further...
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