FROM THE
CHAMBER BOARD
Chamber President Raoul Behr
Dear Visionary Entrepreneurs,
As we move into the second half of 2025, our entrepreneurial community stands at the crossroads of new opportunities and important responsibilities. The Chamber reminds all business owners of the upcoming Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) registry deadline of September 30th, 2025. Timely compliance strengthens transparency in our economy and ensures that our entrepreneurs remain
ahead of regulatory requirements.
Connectivity within the region continues to grow. The launch of the inaugural flight with St. Maarten marks a significant step in strengthening ties within the Dutch Caribbean. This improved link will make business travel, partnerships, and tourism exchanges
even more accessible.
In addition, new Latin American routes are planned for December, opening fresh possibilities for
trade and tourism from dynamic markets in our region. Complementing these expanded connections, entrepreneurs can now benefit from the newly launched BMKB-ACS scheme — a credit guarantee initiative designed to improve access to financing for SMEs in Aruba, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten, opening doors for growth and investment.
Our tourism sector remains steady, with visitor arrivals holding strong — a reassuring sign for both our hospitality industry and the wider economy. At the same time, the Chamber continues to invest in capacity building: our training programs and webinars delivered an impressive first‑half performance, equipping entrepreneurs and professionals with the skills needed to adapt and
thrive.
We also recently welcomed the new Minister of Economic Development to discuss shared goals encouraging a vibrant business climate. The Chamber was equally proud to facilitate an engaging workshop for students at the University of Curaçao (UoC), helping inspire the next generation of innovators and leaders.
As always, I invite you to read more about these developments through the next few pages. Let’s continue building a stronger, better‑connected Curaçao — together.