St. Maarten Celebrates Constitution Day

St. Maarten is marking Constitution Day, the annual holiday commemorating the island's status as a constituent country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The day, observed on October 10th, honors the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles in 2010, which granted St. Maarten and several other islands their own autonomous status. Known locally as '10-10-10,' the date is considered a landmark moment in the island's political history and national identity. Constitution Day is typically observed with official ceremonies, flag-raising events, and community celebrations across the island. The holiday serves as an opportunity for residents and officials to reflect on the rights, responsibilities, and aspirations tied to self-governance. It remains one of the most significant dates on St. Maarten's civic calendar.