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U.S. big tobacco money enters Dutch Cannabis trial, experts raise alarm

AMSTERDAM--The Netherlands’ experiment with a fully legal cannabis supply chain is drawing new scrutiny after it emerged that a major US tobacco-linked company is connected to the planned acquisition of the country’s largest licensed cannabis producer.

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Nature Foundation transitions to Two-Tier governance structure

GREAT BAY--The Nature Foundation St. Maarten, NFSXM, has formally transitioned from a one-tier managing board structure to a two-tier governance model as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening governance and accountability and ensuring long-term sustainability.

PM: Loyalty and personal likeability cannot outweigh professional standards, and accountability in public office

GREAT BAY--Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has said that the controversy surrounding the former Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, VSA Richinel Brug, should be judged on accountability, professionalism and ministerial responsibility, not on whether the former minister is personally likable.

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PM clarifies doctor qualifications debate, warns against politicizing of healthcare

GREAT BAY--Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina has sought to clarify public discussion surrounding doctor qualifications, licensing and permits in St. Maarten, saying the matter has been complicated by political debate and misunderstanding of the different terms involved.

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MP Doran: Stronger policies start with stronger public Input, floats Citizens Advisory Council idea

GREAT BAY--Member of Parliament Egbert J. Doran is exploring the potential benefits of a Citizens’ Advisory Council for Sint Maarten following discussions at the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation (IPKO) in the Netherlands.

Wescot-Williams dubbed the “Queen of IPKO”, urged IPKO not to let its conclusions “Die a Natural Death”

THE HAGUE--St. Maarten delegation leader and Chairlady of Parliament MP Sarah Wescot-Williams closed the June 2026 Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation, IPKO, in The Hague on Monday with a call for stronger follow-up, broader public participation and real implementation of the agreements reached during three days of discussions.

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Wescot-Williams pushes IPKO toward accountability, public involvement, results

THE HAGUE--The Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation, IPKO, has agreed to use reform proposals submitted by Chairlady of the Parliament of St. Maarten and delegation leader MP Sarah Wescot-Williams as the guiding format for future meetings, marking a shift toward a more structured, results-focused and accountable approach to parliamentary cooperation within the Kingdom.

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Island Gems helps ASA's kitchen running with donation of new industrial stove

SUCKER GARDEN--Island Gems Charity Foundation has donated a new industrial stove to the No Kidding With Our Kids Foundation (ASA), helping the organization continue providing daily hot meals and a safe, nurturing environment for the children it serves.

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St. Maarten Lions Club distributes food baskets to diabetic seniors through “Teach Me to Fish” project

GREAT BAY--The St. Maarten Lions Club carried out its annual “Teach Me to Fish” Project, distributing 84 food baskets to seniors in need across the Dutch side of St. Maarten.

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