Curaçao's SER Urges Fair AI Practices That Protect Workers

The FRED Job Fair & Conference is returning to Rotterdam, the Netherlands, for its 11th edition in 2026, targeting professionals interested in career opportunities in the Dutch Caribbean. The event is designed to connect job seekers and skilled professionals with employers and organizations operating across islands such as St. Maarten, Curaçao, Aruba, Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba. FRED serves as a key bridge between the Netherlands and the Caribbean, addressing ongoing labor market needs in the region. The fair draws attendees who are either looking to relocate to the Dutch Caribbean or advance their careers within the island economies. It is considered one of the most significant recruitment and networking events linking Dutch and Caribbean professionals. The 2026 edition signals continued demand for talent in the Dutch Caribbean and reflects the strong economic and cultural ties between the islands and the Netherlands.

Bonaire Holding Maatschappij N.V. (BHM) has made significant progress in resolving a long-standing backlog in audited financial reporting across its subsidiaries. Over the past five years, BHM worked alongside the management boards and supervisory boards of its various subsidiaries to bring financial statements up to date. Of the 43 audited financial statements that needed to be formally addressed, 36 have now been officially adopted by shareholders. The effort reflects a broader push toward greater financial transparency and accountability within BHM's portfolio of companies. Clearing the backlog is a notable governance milestone, as delayed financial reporting can obscure the financial health of public or semi-public entities. The remaining seven statements have yet to be formally adopted, though the bulk of the multi-year arrears has now been resolved.

The St. Maarten Ministry of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunications (TEATT), through its Inspection of Economic and Transport Affairs (IETA) division, has released an official list of bus (B-plate) and taxi operators who have successfully completed the permit compliance process. The publication serves as both a recognition of those who have met all requirements and a final warning to those who have not yet done so. Operators who remain non-compliant are being put on notice that outstanding requirements must be fulfilled. The move reflects the government's effort to regulate and professionalize the public transportation sector in St. Maarten. Compliance with permit requirements is essential for legal operation of buses and taxis on the island. Those still listed as non-compliant risk potential consequences if they fail to act before the deadline. The initiative is part of broader efforts by TEATT to ensure transport operators meet safety and regulatory standards.