May 21, 2026 No comments
22 candidates move forward with full PhD scholarship application
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Twenty-two researchers have advanced to the next phase of the PhD Scholarships 2025 programme. They are invited to develop their initial idea into a full application. From idea to full proposal At the end of 2025 and early 2026, a committee of 23 Caribbean researchers reviewed 72 pre-proposals. Based on this, 22 candidates were selected to continue. The NWO Executive Board confirmed this decision in March 2026. Careful assessment Each submission was reviewed by three to five committee members. Based on scores and feedback, 22 candidates were invited to proceed. That is more than anticipated for due to the high quality of the submitted pre-proposals. Opportunity to respond Candidates who were not selected had the opportunity to respond to factual inaccuracies....
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May 20, 2026 No comments
Reza Mc Sood Amjad Appointed Chairman of NAGICO Dutch Caribbean B.V.
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - NAGICO Dutch Caribbean B.V., the holding company of several of the insurance operating entities within the NAGICO Group, has announced the appointment of Mr. Reza Mc Sood Amjad as its new Chairman, ushering in a new phase of strategic stewardship and governance for the regional insurance group. Mr. Reza Amjad is no stranger to the NAGICO Insurance Group, having served previously as its director and working alongside a leadership team that has helped shape the company into one of the Caribbean’s most recognized and trusted insurance providers. He succeeds in the role following the longstanding chairmanship of his father, continuing a legacy of stewardship and vision. A graduate of St. John’s University in New York with a...
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May 20, 2026 No comments
Parliament of Sint Maarten officially invited to join ParlAmericas as Associate Member
SINT MAARTEN/CANADA - The Hon. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, President of Parliament, was welcomed to the Council Meeting of ParlAmericas on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, following the unanimous approval to establish a new category of membership —Associate Member— and to invite the Parliament of Sint Maarten to officially join ParlAmericas as an Associate Member. ParlAmericas is an international organization that brings together the national parliaments of countries across North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. It serves as a platform for parliamentarians to cooperate, share ideas, and engage in political dialogue on regional issues. Its primary objective is to strengthen democracy, governance, and human rights by promoting collaboration, exchanging best legislative practices, and supporting legislators in their work within their...
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May 20, 2026 No comments
Police-involved shooting investigation to be handled by Prosecutor’s Office Curaçao
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The finalization of the investigation into the police-involved shooting that occurred on St. Peters Road on February 13, 2026, has been transferred to the Prosecutor’s Office in Curaçao. This step was taken to ensure the continued objectivity and independence of the case for all parties involved. The investigation itself remains in the hands of the National Detectives (Landsrecherche), who are conducting the independent inquiry under the supervision of the Prosecutor’s Office. As previously reported, officers of the Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) responded to reports of a man walking along St. Peters Road while carrying a firearm. During the interaction that followed, police discharged their weapons. The man was struck and died at the scene. Under Sint Maarten...
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May 20, 2026 No comments
BOPP Registration Officially Opens for the 28th Annual Edition of the Program
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Department of Youth is pleased to announce that registration is now officially open for the 28th Annual Edition of the Business Outreach & Placement Program (BOPP). For nearly three decades, BOPP has continued to provide youth on Sint Maarten with valuable opportunities to gain practical work experience, strengthen their professional skills, and prepare for future career pathways through placements within both the public and private sectors. Over the years, the program has also evolved into an important platform for youth engagement and youth participation by empowering youth to actively contribute within professional environments, build confidence, share innovative ideas, and become more meaningfully involved in national development. The 2026 BOPP Program is scheduled to run from July 6th...
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