CGA Payments to External Consultants Never Disclosed in Council of Ministers

A controversy has emerged in Curaçao over undisclosed payments made by the Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) to external consultants, which were apparently never brought before the Council of Ministers for proper oversight. The issue involves the period when the Partido Nashonal di Pueblo (PNP) was part of the Pisas II cabinet, which lasted until August 2024. Minister Larmonie-Cecilia has been drawn into the matter, with her recollections forming part of the public record on when and how these payments were handled. The online gambling law, known as the LOK, was submitted to Parliament in December 2024, raising questions about the timeline of consultant involvement and related expenditures. The failure to disclose these payments through the proper governmental channels has raised concerns about transparency and accountability within the gaming regulatory framework. The situation highlights potential gaps in oversight of the CGA's financial dealings with private consultants during a critical period of online gambling legislation development.