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As St. Maarten embraces AI, who is planning for the jobs it could replace?

Government

GREAT BAY--As St. Maarten begins shaping a policy for the responsible use of artificial intelligence in Government, much of the discussion has focused on efficiency, security, privacy and human oversight. Those are necessary concerns. But another consequence of AI deserves equal attention: what happens when technology allows Government to perform the same amount of work with fewer people?

Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Community

Heyliger-Marten: Ahead of World Mental Health Day: “You Good?” should mean more

GREAT BAY--Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten is urging residents of St. Maarten to look beyond appearances, listen more closely to one another and help create a community where seeking mental health support is not treated as weakness or gossip.
Government

Badejo: Government AI Policy would put security, human oversight and risk controls first

GREAT BAY--St. Maarten’s proposed Government artificial intelligence policy would place security, human accountability and strict risk controls at the center of how AI is introduced across the public service, with high-risk uses requiring formal review and sensitive Government information barred from unauthorized public AI systems.
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Government
In Parliament: PM Mercelina presents proposed responsible AI policy for government
GREAT BAY--Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina presented Government’s proposed policy direction for the responsible use of artificial intelligence in St. Maarten during Parliament on Wednesday, outlining a framework aimed at improving public services while protecting residents’ rights, personal information and access to human decision-making.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Dutch Kingdom
Caribbean Kingdom partners explore joint EU platform
WILLEMSTAD--Representatives of Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, the Netherlands, Saba, St. Eustatius and St. Maarten met in Curaçao on October 1 and 2 for initial discussions on establishing a new European Union platform aimed at strengthening the Kingdom’s position in Brussels and improving access to opportunities available to Overseas Countries and Territories.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Health
KPSM, White and Yellow Cross partner on Alzheimer’s training for officers
GREAT BAY--The St. Maarten Police Force (KPSM) has partnered with the White and Yellow Cross to provide officers with specialized training on how to appropriately approach, assist and refer persons living with Alzheimer’s disease.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Health
Justice and TEATT Ministers join Breast Cancer Awareness call
GREAT BAY--Minister of Justice Natalie Tackling and Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transport and Telecommunication Grisha Heyliger-Marten have joined the national observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, encouraging women across St. Maarten to prioritize their health, undergo regular screenings and pay close attention to changes in their bodies.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Dutch Kingdom
Curaçao civil servants now entitled to full day off on their birthday
WILLEMSTAD--Civil servants employed by the Government of Curaçao are now entitled to a full day off on their birthday, following a decision by the Council of Ministers to expand the previous half-day arrangement.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Education
Library reconstruction advances while digital services remain available
GREAT BAY--Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport Melissa Gumbs says construction of St. Maarten’s new library is beginning to take visible shape, as work continues on the long-awaited facility.
Tribune Editorial Staff
October 7, 2026
Opinion
The Spirit and rhythm of gratitude: Learning to be satisfied
October 7, 2026
Open letter to the Government of St. Maarten: Banking fees, digital payments and fairness for the people and businesses of St. Maarten
October 6, 2026
Queen Mia of the Caribbean
October 6, 2026
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