Government of Sint Maarten

July 14, 2026

HOW SINT MAARTEN'S NATIONAL BUDGET IS PREPARED: UNDERSTANDING THE BUDGET PROCESS | Government of Sint Maarten

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten - As public discussion about the National Budget continues, the Minister of Finance believes it is important to clearly explain how the Government’s budget is prepared and what role each part of Government plays in that process. Preparing the Nationa...

July 13, 2026

Preparing for Extreme Heat Starts with Understanding Your Climate Risk | Government of Sint Maarten

July 13, 2026

Prime Minister Mercelina Congratulates Governor Jocelyn Levenstone on His Appointment as Island Governor of Saba | Government of Sint Maarten

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May 28, 2026

Minister Brug urges employers and employees to respect labor laws and report abuse through official channels | Government of Sint Maarten

Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), Richinel Brug, has taken note of the increasing number of reports and discussions circulating on social media regarding alleged cases of labor abuse and unfair treatment of workers on Sint Maarten. The Minister stated that while social media has become an important platform for individuals to […]

May 27, 2026

CPS: Reducing Salt Consumption for a Healthy Life | Government of Sint Maarten

GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) – The Collective Prevention Services (CPS), a department within the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA), is calling on the community to become more aware of the health risks associated with excessive salt consumption and the importance of reducing sodium intake as part of maintaining a healthier […]

May 27, 2026

Meteorological Department St. Maarten (MDS) 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season | Government of Sint Maarten

We are a few days away from the start of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season which officially begins on June 1 and continues through November 30. Residents, businesses, and visitors are urged to begin preparations early and remain informed throughout the season. 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Over the past weeks leading meteorological institutions, including […]

May 27, 2026

KPSM Calls on Owners to Retrieve Scooters Stored at Police Station | Government of Sint Maarten

The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is informing the public, and in particular owners of scooters currently being stored at the rear section of the Philipsburg Police Station, that management has taken a decision to begin clearing the area in preparation for the upcoming 2026 hurricane season. A significant number of scooters have remained […]

May 27, 2026

Minister Brug starts cost of living study to better understand financial struggles and support future poverty line discussions on Sint Maarten | Government of Sint Maarten

The Ministry of VSA has started a new study together with the Dutch organization Nibud to better understand how much it really costs for families and individuals to live in Sint Maarten. The goal is to get a clearer picture of how difficult it is for many families to make ends meet and what people […]

May 27, 2026

MINISTER OF VROMI CLARIFIES ROLE IN SIMPSON BAY GRAPE TREE | Government of Sint Maarten

Original Land Issuance and Permit Decisions Predate Current Administration PHILIPSBURG — Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure (VROMI) Patrice Gumbs has moved to clarify his role in the Simpson Bay grape tree incident, clarifying that the foundational land and permit decisions connected to the matter were made before his tenure in office. […]

May 26, 2026

Sint Maarten ICT Department delegation undertakes study visit to Vilnius to explore Lithuania’s digital government experience | Government of Sint Maarten

VILNIUS – (May 26, 2026) A delegation from the ICT Department of Sint Maarten is visiting Vilnius, Lithuania, from 25–29 May 2026 for a focused study visit on digital government transformation, organized by the NRD consultancy team. The visit forms part of Sint Maarten’s ongoing efforts to strengthen national digital government capabilities, improve the quality […]

May 26, 2026

CPI Q1 Press Release | Government of Sint Maarten

Sint Maarten Consumer Prices Stay Stable in Q1 2026 PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – The Department of Statistics (STAT) reports stable consumer prices in Sint Maarten for Q1 2026. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), key measure of everyday costs, reached 115.78, a modest 0.43% increase from Q4 2025 (115.28) and 0.66% year-on-year from Q1 2025 (115.02). […]

May 26, 2026

DCALFA Conference 2026 | Government of Sint Maarten

POND ISLAND, Sint Maarten – The 2026 Dutch Caribbean Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Alliance (DC ALFA) Conference officially commenced this week in Sint Maarten, bringing together representatives and stakeholders from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, St. Eustatius, and Sint Maarten for a week of dialogue, collaboration, field activities, and policy-focused discussions surrounding the future of agriculture, […]

May 26, 2026

BOPP Student Registration Officially Closed Following Strong Student Demand | Government of Sint Maarten

The Department of Youth hereby informs the public that student registration for the 2026 edition of the Business Outreach & Placement Program (BOPP) has officially closed after reaching and surpassing the program’s registration capacity within just five days of opening. Student registration officially opened on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 and, due to the exceptional response […]

May 26, 2026

Minister Arrindell attends Reception in Honor of Incoming Minister Plenipotentiary Aruba | Government of Sint Maarten

THE NETHERLANDS (THE HAGUE) – Recently, Drs. Gracita R. Arrindell, Minister Plenipotentiary, attended a reception hosted by the Cabinet of Aruba in The Hague in honor of the introduction of Aruba’s newly appointed Minister Plenipotentiary, Mildred G.M. Schwengle. The gathering also marked two important milestones for Aruba: 40 years of Status Aparte and the 50th […]