“Monumental” pensioners

Under the motto “Monumental”, partners of law firm VanEps Kunneman VanDoorne recently received the members of the Pensioners’ Association.

Debevoise, Cravath and Lefosse line up for AmBev's Venezuela deal

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP is acting for AmBev as the Brazilian drinks company combines its operations in Venezuela with the country's second largest brewer, Cervecería Regional.

Executive Council appeals ruling on director’s licence

PHILIPSBURG--The Executive Council has appealed a May 17 court decision in which the Island Council had been given three months to come up with a new decision on a director's licence application on behalf of The Crew's Nest bar and restaurant.

Kingdom charter amendment approved by Parliament

The Antillean Parliament approved the amendment to the Kingdom Charter on Friday evening after much debate with a 17-4 vote margin. This formalises the emergence of new countries St. Maarten and Curaçao with the dismantling of the Netherlands Antilles on October 10.

Island Council meets on organic laws

PHILIPSBURG--Several organic laws vital in the process to achieve country status for St. Maarten will be tabled by Constitutional Affairs Commissioner William Marlin for approval in the Island Council today.

Jewellers urged to comply with financial regulations

COLE BAY--Jewellers, one of the biggest business sectors in St. Maarten, apparently have not yet realised the importance for the continuation of their business and for the economy that they are knowledgeable about and fully compliant with the regulations for financial transactions.