Curaçao Police Offer Pre-Clearance Service for Minors Traveling in October Break

The Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) of Curaçao will conduct its 'Enkuesta Sosial 2026,' a large-scale social survey, between September and December of this year. Approximately 4,000 households across the island will be visited in person by CBS representatives to complete the survey. The Enkuesta Sosial is a periodic data-collection effort designed to gather detailed information about the living conditions, well-being, and social circumstances of Curaçao's residents. The data collected is used by government agencies and policymakers to inform decisions on social programs, public services, and development planning. Residents selected to participate are encouraged to cooperate with CBS field workers, who will carry official identification. The survey represents one of the most comprehensive snapshots of daily life on the island and serves as a critical tool for evidence-based governance in Curaçao.

Residents of Sint Eustatius report the highest life satisfaction among the three islands of Caribbean Netherlands — Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba — according to new data released by Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The findings highlight notable differences in quality of life and general well-being across the three Dutch Caribbean islands. CBS regularly surveys residents of Caribbean Netherlands to track social and economic conditions in the region. Life satisfaction is measured across multiple factors including personal well-being, economic circumstances, and community conditions. The results offer policymakers and island governments a benchmark for assessing where improvements may be needed. Sint Eustatius's top ranking is significant given that the island has been under direct Dutch governance since 2018 following a period of political instability.

Reef Renewal Foundation Bonaire (RRFB) has expanded its coral restoration programs on Bonaire in 2025, according to the organization's annual report. The foundation works to actively rebuild coral populations on Bonaire's reefs, which are considered among the healthiest in the Caribbean but remain vulnerable to climate change, disease, and human impact. The expansion signals a growing commitment to marine conservation on the island, which depends heavily on its reef ecosystem for both tourism and ecological balance. Bonaire is internationally recognized as a premier dive destination, making healthy coral reefs central to the island's economic and environmental wellbeing. The annual report marks a milestone in tracking the foundation's progress and highlights the ongoing need for structured, science-based reef rehabilitation in the region.