Curaçao Proposal Would Tie Social Assistance Benefits to Inflation

A transparency advocacy group has accused the Curaçao government of failing to respond to a public information request within the legally mandated timeframe. The group filed the request under Curaçao's national ordinance governing access to government information, which sets strict deadlines for official responses. By missing the deadline, the government is in breach of its legal obligations under the transparency law, according to the group. The incident raises fresh concerns about governmental accountability and the effectiveness of freedom-of-information mechanisms on the island. Transparency advocates say the missed deadline is not an isolated case but part of a broader pattern of delayed or withheld information from public institutions. The group has indicated it may pursue legal or administrative remedies to compel a response. The case puts additional pressure on Curaçao authorities to demonstrate compliance with democratic transparency standards.

Milan's largest airport has been officially renamed after former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who died in June 2023. The renaming had been announced two years ago and has now taken effect. Berlusconi, a billionaire media mogul who served multiple terms as Italy's prime minister, remains a polarizing but historically significant figure in Italian politics. The ceremony was met with expressions of pride and emotion from those close to his legacy. The airport, previously known as Milan Malpensa, is one of the busiest aviation hubs in Italy and a major gateway to Europe. The renaming reflects a broader tradition of honoring prominent national figures through landmark dedications. The story was picked up by Nu.cw, the Curaçao-based news outlet, reflecting the island's regular coverage of international affairs relevant to its Dutch-Caribbean readership.

Curaçao officially raised the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) flag on Friday, marking SDG Flag Day — a global observance dedicated to raising awareness of the 17 SDGs adopted by the UN in 2015. The ceremony signals Curaçao's public commitment to sustainable development across areas such as climate action, poverty reduction, and social equity. SDG Flag Day is observed by countries and territories worldwide as a symbolic reminder of shared global responsibilities. By participating, Curaçao joins a broader international movement to align local policy and community efforts with the UN's 2030 Agenda. The event draws attention to both the progress made and the work still needed to achieve sustainable development on the island.