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  • 2024
  • Speech and presentation Het Statuut voor het Koninkrijk der Nederlanden, het Caribisch deel van het Koninkrijk en Klimaatverandering: "Een nieuwe aanpak voor klimaatfinanciering" door dhr. Richard Doornbosch ter gelegenheid van InterExpo Caribbean 2024.
  • Speech and presentation "CBCS on Climate Risk in the Financial Sector" by Richard Doornbosch at the Curaçao Climate Change Platform on November 29, 2024
  • Welcome address by Richard Doornbosch at the 2nd Annual Fintech Conference in Curaçao on November 21, 2024
  • Presentation "Designing for Trust: Best Practices in Communicating a New Currency to the Public" by Leila Matroos at the 2nd Regional Central Bank Communication Workshop - Jamaica- October 10, 2024
  • Speech by Leila Matroos-Lasten and Richard Doornbosch at the Reveal Events of the Caribbean Guilder Coins and Banknotes in Curaçao and Sint Maarten on August 22, 2024
  • "Afscheid van de NAf en afscheid van de Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt", toespraak van Richard Doornbosch tijdens de eerste slag van de herdenkingsmunt Afscheid NAf. - Houten -  4 juli 2024
  • Presentation "Tourism in Curacao: Facts & Figures" by Candice Henriquez at the symposium of the Dutch Caribbean Economists on April 12, 2024
  • Speech and presentation "Managing Climate Risk in the Financial Sector" by Richard Doornbosch at the CARTAC Climate Risk Workshop in Panama on February 21, 2024
  • Speech and presentation "Fostering the Right balance: Addressing the Balance of Payments Vulnerabilities in Small Economies" by Dr. José Jardim at the CBCS; symposium on January 19, 2024
  • Presentation "The Real Contribution of Tourism to the Balance of Payments of Curaçao and Sint Maarten" by Dr. Shekinah Dare and Christopher Rigaud on January 19, 2024
  • Presentation  "Balance of Payments’ Exposure to Shocks :The Case of Oil and Euro Price Fluctuations" by Candice Henriquez and Robert Hieroms on January 19, 2024
  • 2023
  • Speech and presentation "SME’s Key Economic Role and Growth Outlook Opportunities" by Dr. José Jardim at the ADECK Networking Lunch on December 6, 2023
  • Op weg naar nieuwe Codes Corporate Governance openingswoord Mw. Leila Matroos-Lasten gepresenteerd op de "Dag van het Commissariaat" georganiseerd door de Stichting Themis Institute for Governance & Leadership - 30 november 2023
  • Speech and presentation "Managing Climate Risk in the Financial Sector" by Richard Doornbosch at the 2nd session of the Curaçao Climate Change Platform on September 28, 2023
  • Opening remarks by Richard Doornbosch on the occasion of the 1st Regional Central Bank Communication Workshop "Transitioning into a New Era of Central Banking Communications in the Caribbean" on September 13, 2023
  • Curaçao and Sint Maarten : "Forging new opportunities with old friends" - opening and welcome remarks by Richard Doornbosch on the occasion of Suriname Week 2023 on August 14, 2023
  • Opening remarks by Eric Matto on the occasion of the Data & Statistics Symposium on April 25, 2023.
  • Symposium presentation "From Data to Analytics Advances in Modern Era" by Dr. Shekinah Dare and Ghyslaine Rollocks-Petrona on April 25, 2023.
  • Symposium presentation "Statistics: The Lifeline for Economic Analysis & Research"  by Candice Henriquez and Reggie Martes on April 25, 2023.
  • Symposium presentation "Building Greater Resilience in the Financial Sector" by Ryan Prince and Monique Thijn-Baank on April 25, 2023.
  • Symposium presentation "The Benefits of the Use of Data for Innovation and Further Developments of our Payment Systems" by Luzmary Silië-Eleonora on April 25, 2023.
  • Presentation "Curaçao: ontwikkelingen en uitdagingen" by Candice Henriquez for the Dutch Council of State on January 11, 2023
  • Presentation by Candice Henriquez for the Dutch Caribbean Economists on January 13, 2023

  • 2022
  • Speech and Presentation by Richard Doornbosch on the occasion of the 32nd Kingdom Conference “Gelijkwaardigheid binnen het Koninkrijk der Nederlanden” on December 8, 2022
  • Keynote on the National Development Theme 2: “A stronger and resilient economy" by Raquel Lo-Fo-Wong on the occasion of the presentation of Sint Maarten’s National Development Vision 2020- 2030 & Beyond, on November 9, 2022 (Speech) (Presentation)
  • Speech by Cedric Pietersz on the occasion of the official launch of Curaçao Fintech Association on September 27, 2022
  • Opening remarks by Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the launching of The Governance Network of the Dutch Caribbean on August 31, 2022
  • Future of tourism in Curaçao: focus on niches, sustainability, and inclusiveness (Speech) (Presentation) | Keynote speech by Candice Henriquez at the CHATA Membership Meeting Q3-2022 on August 25, 2022
  • Correspondent Bank Relations in Curaçao: no quick fixes available (Speech) (Presentation) | Keynote speech by Richard Doornbosch at the IBA-CBA-CIFA information session on June 16, 2022.
  • Presentation to the Parliament of Curaçao regarding Girobank N.V. by Richard Doornbosch on June 9, 2022 
  • Climate change: Implications for the financial sector (Speech) (Presentation| Keynote speech by Richard Doornbosch during the First Session of the Curaçao Climate Change Platform on May 10, 2022
  • EU-sanctions | Opening remarks by Richard Doornbosch on the occasion of the EU Sanctions seminar organized by the CBCS in conjunction with stakeholders from the public and private sectors,  April 29, 2022
  • Video recap of the CBCS' presentation of its brand-new corporate identity and presented the Strategic Plan CBCS 2025.
  • CBCS reveals new the new logo in animated video on March 14, 2022
  • “Good governance, better decisions, best results”. Introducing the new CBCS Corporate Governance Code in uncertain times. | Speech by Richard Doornbosch for the Curacao International Financial Services Association (CIFA), on February 3, 2022
  • The Insight of Foresight  | Presentation by Richard Doornbosch for the Dutch Caribbean Economists on January 26, 2022

  • 2021
  • CBCS Conference: Building Value with Emerging Technologies on December 2, 2021 at the Simpson Bay Resort in Sint Maarten
  • A stronger relationship with the European Union may improve Curacao’s social and economic performance only if the current economic weaknesses are addressed accordingly. Presentation by José Jardim at the Europe Direct Curaçao seminar on November 4, 2021 (Proposition Paper) (Powerpoint Presentation)
  • Presentation of the Provisions and Guidelines for Business Continuity Management and the Provisions and Guidelines for the Governance of Enterprise IT, October 21, 2021 | Introduction | BCM (slides) | BCM (virtual presentation) | IT Governance (slides) |  IT Governance (virtual presentation)
  • Dollarization as possible exchange rate system in Sint Maarten. Presentation by Richard Doornbosch to the Parliament of Sint Maarten on October 2, 2021 | Presentation
  • Fiscal Activism in the Caribbean amid the Deep Economic Contraction caused by the COVID 19 Pandemic. Presentation by José Jardim at the International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities, and Nations, organized by the University of Curaçao on June 2, 2021 | Presentation
  • Focused & Intrusive | Introducing a New Style of Supervision. Speech delivered by Richard Doornbosch to the St. Maarten Bankers Association on March 25, 2021 | Speech
  • DCAA Annual Meeting. Speech delivered by Richard Doornbosch on the occasion of the annual meeting of the Dutch Caribbean Accountants Association on March 4, 2021 | Speech
  • Recent Economic Developments & Outlook. Presentation by Candice Henriquez, Head Economic Analysis & Research, for the Association of Dutch Caribbean Economists on January 20, 2021 | Presentation

  • 2019
  • Current macroeconomic challenges. Presentation delivered by acting president, Mr. Bob Traa, during the VBC Luncheon on August 21, 2019. (Presentation) (Press releases)
  • Reinventing Central Banking: Supporting Inclusive Growth and Financial Innovation. Opening remarks delivered by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten, Acting president during the second day of the 3rd CBCS Central Banking Conference. (Speech)
  • Reinventing Central Banking: Supporting Inclusive Growth and Financial Innovation. Opening remarks delivered by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten, Acting president on the first day of the 3rd CBCS Central Banking Conference. (Speech)
  • Empoderar a las mujeres no solo es lo corecto, es lo mas inteligente. Discurso por sra. Leila Matroos-Lasten, presidente interino en ocasion del Dia Internacional de la Mujer - 8 Marzo 2019 (Discurso) (Video)
  • The relevancy of good corporate governance. Presentation by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten given to the Supervisory Board of the LAAD Americas N.V. - March 7, 2019 (Presentation)

  • 2018
  • FIU presentation to International Bankers Association Curaçao Members. Opening speech by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the information session on: AML/CFT within the International Banking Sector - December 12, 2018 (Speech)
  • Randvoorwaarden voor duurzame economische ontwikkeling. Presentatie Mw. Leila Matroos-Lasten tijdens het NBA-DCAA Jaarcongres 2018 - 2 november 2018 (Presentatie)
  • Achieving a higher and more inclusive growth path for Curaçao. Presentation by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten at the Rotary Luncheon - November 1, 2018 (Presentation)
  • Curaçao Financial Sector: Ready for 2019 and beyond. Speech delivered by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the information session on Replacing the old Off-shore; Embracing the new Reality - October 25, 2018 (Speech)
  • CBCS Strategic Plan 2018-2020. Presentation by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten before the VBC - September 19, 2018 (Presentation)
  • Central Banks should emerge as innovation leaders.  Opening speech by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the Bridging Financial Innovation and Regulation seminar - June 29, 2018 (Speech)
  • Words of welcome by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the Bridging Financial Innovation and Regulation seminar - June 28, 2018 (Speech)
  • Communicatie en participatie cruciaal voor een toekomstbestendig pensioenstelsel. Toespraak door Leila Matroos-Lasten, President a.i. van de Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten ter gelegenheid van de CaPAs Pensioenseminar 2018: Communicatie en Participatie - 21 maart 2018 (Speech)
  • Addressing challenges to achive a higher growth path in small open economies - Closing remarks delivered by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the 2nd CBCS Central Banking Conference - March 23, 2018 (Speech)
  • Addressing challenges to achive a higher growth path in small open economies - Words of welcome by Mrs. Leila Matroos-Lasten on the occasion of the 2nd CBCS Central Banking Conference - March 22, 2018 (Speech)

  • 2017
  • Swift National Member Group Meeting. Welcome words by Mr. Jerrald Hasselmeyer - September 7, 2017 (Speech)

  • 2016
  • Caribbean Central Banking since the Financial Crisis. Words of welcome by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the 1st CBCS Central Banking Conference - March 31, 2016 (Speech)

  • 2015
  • Challenges faced by Caribbean Banks. Opening statement delivered by Mr. Shelwyn Salesia, Director of Supervision on the occasion of the workshop on Caribbean Banking and Caribbean International Financial Services Sector - October 1st, 2015 (Speech)
  • How can we shape a better future for the Curacao tourism industry? Keynote speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp, on the occasion of the annual general meeting organized by the Curaçao Hospitality and Tourism Association - March 25, 2015 (Speech)
  • The Central Bank: Open for business? Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the 1st Annual International STEP Curaçao Conference "Curaçao: The New Midshore Reality" - March 12, 2015 (Speech) (Presentation)

  • 2014
  • 21st Century Credit Unions... Success Through Shared Services. Opening speech delivered by Mr. Shelwyn Salesia, Director of Supervision on the occasion of the 14th Annual Regional Leadership Conference organized by the Co-operative Credit Union League of Trinidad & Tobago Limited - May 23, 2014 (Speech)
  • Consumer Credit Registration in the Dutch Caribbean. Opening remarks delivered by CBCS-director Drs. Rob Reijnaert on the occasion of the mini-conference organized by the Caribbean Credit Bureau.-
    March 21, 2014 (Speech)
  • The policy challenges in the Monetary Union of Curacao and Sint Maarten. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the Inauguration of the Simpson Bay Causeway - January 25, 2014 (Speech)

  • 2013
  • Diskurso di Pasku. Diskurso di Dr. Emsley Tromp na okashon di selebrashon di pasku 2013 di Banko Sentral - 14 desèmber 2013 (Diskurso)
  • The significance of innovation for the Central Bank against the background of a changing Kingdom. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the National Economic Forum organized by Fundashon Pro Inovashon Nashonal - October 14, 2013 (Speech)
    Toekomstgerichte analyses centraal bij supervisie. Artikel n.a.v. National Economic Forum - (NED)  (PAP)
    Constructieve samenwerking biedt aanvullende voordelen voor Koninkrijk. Artikel n.a.v. National Economic Forum - (NED)  (PAP)
  • License Fee. Presentation given to the members of Parliament of Sint Maarten - October 8, 2013 (Presentation)
  • Monetary developments and policy stance. Presentation given to the members of Parliament of Sint Maarten - October 8, 2013 (Presentation)
  • Financial Analysis and Risk Focused Examination Seminar. Welcome remarks by Mr. Jerrald Hasselmeyer at the first training organized by the CBCS in conjunction with the NAIC and IAIS on Financial Analysis and Risk Focused Examinations – July 31, 2013 (Speech)

  • 2012
  • Central Bank Cooperation - The experiences of emerging and developing economies. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of CEMLA's 60th anniversary commemorative conference - July 19, 2012 (Speech)
  • The state of Sint Maarten's economy. Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the annual general meeting of the St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) - March 29, 2012 (Presentation)
  • Monetary developments and policy stance. Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp during the press conference held at the CBCS - March 22, 2012 (Presentation
    Additional articles:
    Monetary Circular 2012-01: credit freeze (pdf)
    Overzicht acties naar aanleiding van verslechtering betalingsbalans en deviezenreserves (pdf)
  • Start walking the talk: Improving female labor force participation. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp, on the occasion of the 9th Annual Women Conference “About Women and Influence” - March 3, 2012 (Speech)

  • 2011
  • Uitdagingen lokale banksector. Presentatie Drs. Eric Matto voor het VERA-Vedaa Jaarcongres:Pais Korsou: nieuwe landen, nieuwe kansen - 3 november 2011 (Presentatie)
  • Opening 2011 CFATF Assessment. Welcoming remarks by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the 2011 CFATF assessment - August 22, 2011 (Speech)
  • Towards a regulatory framework for the utility sector of Curacao: Lessons from international experiences. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the follow-up energy symposium with the theme “A regulatory framework, making it good for everybody” -  May 18, 2011 (Speech) (Presentation)
  • The state of Curacao's economy: Developments & vulnerabilities. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the L.B. Smith Luncheon of the VBC - May 20, 2011 (Speech)
  • Roald “Ati” Schotborgh Artista multifasétiko ku un amor grandi pa Kòrsou. Diskurso di Dr. Emsley Tromp na okashon di apertura di eksposishon di obranan di Roald “Ati” Schotborgh - 17 di aprel 2011 (Speech)
  • “Vereniging van Penshonado’s (VVP)”- Presentatie Drs. Alberto Romero - 15 februari  2011 (Presentatie)
  • Balance of payments vulnerabilities caused by a widening current account deficit: a way forward. Is dollarization the right approach? Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp for the Parliament of Sint Maarten - February 7, 2011  (Presentation)
  • Religious Curaçao, rituals and traditions. Speech by Drs. Rob Reijnaert on the occasion of the official opening of the photo exhibition by Sinaya Wolfert - February 3, 2011 (Speech)
  • Balance of payments vulnerabilities caused by a widening current account deficit: a way forward. Is dollarization the right approach? Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp for the Rotary Club Curaçao - February 3, 2011 (Presentation)
  • Dutch Caribbean Securities Exchange. Speech by Drs. Shelwyn Salesia, Director of Supervision, on the occasion of the official launch of the DCSX – Dutch Caribbean Securities Exchange - January 20,2011 (Speech)
  • The Curacao economy: Recent economic developments and prospects for 2011. Presentation by Drs. Alberto Romero during the ADECK luncheon - January 19, 2011 (Presentation)
  • Balance of payments vulnerabilities caused by a widening current account deficit: a way forward. Is dollarization the right approach? Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp for the Sint Maarten community - January 18, 2011 (Presentation)

  • 2010
  • Duurzame energie als beleggingsalternatief op de kapitaalmarkt van Curacao en Sint Maarten. Presentatie van drs. A.G. Romero tijdens het Congres duurzame energie in de Koninklijke Cariben - 25 november 2010 (Toespraak) (Presentatie)
  • Beleggen onder een regulerend beleid. Presentatie van Drs. Eric Matto ter gelegenheid van het Seminar "Onzekere Pensioenzekerheid." - 17 november 2010 (Presentatie) (Presentatie incl. toelichting)
  • HR Netwerk Curaçao. Inleiding gepresenteerd door Mr. Jerrald hasselmeyer ter  gelegenheid van de Oprichting HR Netwerk Curaçao - 5 november 2010 (Toespraak)
  • Nieuwe staatkundige verhoudingen: schuldsanering en nieuwe monetaire stelsels. Presentatie van Drs. Alberto Romero voor de Antilliaanse Juridische Vereniging - 4 november 2010 (Presentatie)
  • The local petroleum industry: its viability and stability. Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Curoil. November 1, 2010 (Presentation)
  • The importance of integrity for the development of a country. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the conference ‘Integrity – The foundation of Good Government’ organized by the Caribbean Ombudsman Association - October 31, 2010 (Speech)
  • Controlling and Budgeting at Central Banks. Closing Remarks by Mr. Jerrald Hasselmeyer at the Course on “Controlling and Budgeting at Central Banks” organized by the CEMLA and Deutsche Bundesbank and hosted by the “Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen” -  August 12, 2010 (Speech)
  • NIVRA Vera Workshop Accountants. Presentatie Drs. Alberto Romero - 10 augustus 2010 (Presentatie)
  • ICT as a driver of growth in the Caribbean. Policies to improve the Caribbean’s competitiveness in a knowledge-based economy. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the opening of the 26th Annual CANTO conference and trade exhibition - July 11, 2010 (Speech)
  • Bancaribe 30 anos de relaciones Curazolenas - Venezolanas en un medio ambiente dinamico y desafiante. Discurso por Dr. Emsley Tromp con ocasión de la presentación del libro “Curazao y Venezuela unidos por el Caribe” -  Junio 22, 2010 (Discurso)
  • The implications of the financial and economic crisis for the financial services industry. Speech by Mr. Alberto Romero on the occasion of the 2010 Globalaw Americas Regional Meeting - June 11, 2010 (Speech)
  • International and local challenges for financial institutions in the Netherlands Antilles. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the official opening of the new headquarters of Orco Bank - April 10, 2010 (Speech)
  • De uitdagingen van de financiele crisis en de staatkundige veranderingen voor het toezicht op de Financiële Sector. Toespraak van Dr. Emsley Tromp gehouden tijdens het seminar "Toekomst van het toezicht in de Nederlandse Cariben" - 29 maart 2010 (Toespraak)
  • Schuldsanering ven rente effecten.  Presentatie van Drs. Albero Romero voor het Pensioen Platform Aruba - 25 maart 2010 (Presentatie)
  • Economic Platform Bonaire. Presentation by Drs. Alberto Romero - January 31, 2010 (Presentation)

  • 2009
  • Pasku. Diskurso di Dr. Emsley Tromp na okashon di selebrashon di Pasku 2009 di Banko Sentral - 18 desèmber 2009 (Diskurso)
  • Credit crunch; de betekenis in het perspectief van de eilanden en een blik op de toekomst. Presentatie van Drs. Alberto Romero ter gelegenheid van de conferentie van NIVRA-VEDAA-NOvAA - 6 november 2009 (Speech) (Presentatie)
  • Recent international economic developments and related challenges for the Netherlands Antilles Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the Caribbean Financial Action Taskforce (“CFATF”) Plenary lunch meeting - October 28, 2009 (Speech)
  • Recent economic developments and their implications for the Sint Maarten Hospitality and Trade Industry. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp, at the SHTA General Membership Meeting - October 23, 2009 (Speech) (Presentation)
  • Recent economic developments and their reprecussions for small and medium enter prises. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the ADECK fundrasing lunch - October 21, 2009 (Speech)
  • Politiek heeft een prijs - Liber Amicorum Maria Liberia Peters. Presentashon di Dr. Emsley Tromp - 14 di oktober 2009 (Presentashon)
  • Hytotheekmarkt in 'crisis'? Presentatie van Drs. Albert. Romero tijdens het seminar georganiseerd door Fondo di Garantia pa Bibienda Korsou -  9 september 2009 (Presentatie)
  • De financiële crisis en de Nederlandse Antillen. Presentatie van Drs Eric Matto ter gelegenheid van het Interamo Seminar "De financiële crisis: oorzaken, gevolgen en aanpak." -  2 september 2009 (Presentatie) (Presentatie inc toelichting)
  • Update: World Financial Crisis and GDP projection 2009. Presentation delivered by Drs. Alberto Romero on the occasion of presentation of Economic Data for 2008 and 2009 by the Central Bureau of Statistics, the Curacao Chamber of Commerce and the Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen - June 9, 2009 (Speech) (Presentation)
  • Tien jaar EURO: Wat zijn de vooruizichten. Toespraak van Drs. Alberto Romero gehouden voor de Lions Club Curacao - 28 mei 2009 (Speech) (Presentatie)
  • With the sub-prime market problems behind us, how to avoid new financial and economic bubbles? Presentation delivered by Drs. Alberto Romero held at the Orco Bank luncheon - April 8, 2009 (Speech)
  • Economic Developments in 2008 and outlook 2009. Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp held at the Parliament of the Netherlands Antilles - March, 2009 (Presentation)
  • The Financial Crisis and its impact on St. Maartens economy.  Presentation by Dr. Emsley Tromp held at the Community Center in Philipsburg, St. Maarten - March 4, 2009. (Presentation)

  • 2008
  • An overview on selected financial crises. Speech delivered by Drs. Alberto Romero held at the University of the Netherlands Antilles - November 19, 2008. (Speech)
  • "Corporate Governance-Masterclass". Inleiding Drs. Alberto Romero bij de Governance Masterclass aan de Universiteit van de Nederlandse Antillen - 7 juni 2008 (Toespraak)
  • Insurance regulation in a globalizing world: Challenges and opportunities. Address delivered by Dr. Emsley D. Tromp on the occasion of the 2008 IAC Conference. - June 1, 2008 (Speech)
  • Towards a Country Status for Curaçao: Financial and Social-Economic Implications. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of VBC’s 2008 L.B. Smith Lecture - May 30, 2008 (Speech)
  • Uitdagingen bij Sociale Woningbouw. Toespraak Drs. Alberto Romero ter gelegenheid van het 10-jarig bestaan van de Stichting Caneye -  22 mei 2008 (Toespraak) (Presentatie)
  • Regional integration: A policy agenda towards prosperity. Address delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the seminar “Is Curaçao economically truly Caribbean?” - April 24, 2008 (Speech)
  • On core tasks and fiscal situation under the new constitutional status. With special attention to the new country of St. Maarten. Speech by drs. A.G. Romero at the seminar entitled “The New tax System for the Country Sint Maarten” organized by the office of “Hassink and Roos” - April 4, 2008 (Speech)
  • Threats and Opportunities for the Economy of Curacao in a Period of International Financial Turbulence. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the fundraising seminar of Fundashon Stanley Lamp - April 4, 2008 (Speech)
  • Developmental Challenges in a Small Economy: The Case of St. Maarten. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of The State of the Economy Presentation - March 20, 2008 (Speech)
  • The debt relief challenges for monetary supervision. Presentation by Drs Eric Matto on the occasion of the seminar "The Year Ahead 2008 for Investors" organised by Keesen Actuarissen, Merrill Lynch and Pioneer Investments - January 17, 2008. (Speech)

  • 2007
  • Tourism in the Netherlands Antilles from a macroeconomic perspective. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the annual VERA Conference - 8 november 2007 (Speech)
  • Fortis Conference: Curaçao, fiscale traditie. Toespraak Dr. Emsley Tromp ter gelegenheid van de opening van: “Fortis Conference: Curaçao, fiscale traditie” - 8 november, 2007 (Toespraak)
  • Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Curaçao: Challenges and Opportunities. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the “Siman di Empresario Chikí i Mediano” - October 17th, 2007 (Speech)
  • The Caribbean Marketplace; Succeeding in a Globalizing World. Address delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the 2007 TOG Partners’ Conference - July 3, 2007 (Speech)
  • Schuldsanering bij particuliere huishoudens - Een benadering vanuit de landenrisico-analyse. Toespraak Drs Alberto Romero gehouden ter gelegenheid van het seminar over schulden georganiseerd door het Bureau Vrouwenzaken en de Universiteit van de Nederlandse Antillen - 20 juni 2007 (Toespraak)
  • The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the cocktail reception hosted by the Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen on the occasion of The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference - May 9th, 2007 (Speech)
  • Economic Perspectives of Curaçao. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the Corporate and Commercial Breakfast Meeting organized by RBTT Bank - May 3rd, 2007 (Speech)
  • Rol BNA m.b.t. Beleggingsbeleid in de Nederlandse Antillen. Presentatie van Drs. Eric Matto ter gelegenheid van het APNA Seminar "Beleggingsbeleid in een Kleine Open Economie; Kansen en Belemmeringen". - 13 april 2007 (Presentatie)
  • Afscheid van de Nederlandse Minister van Financien dhr. Gerrit Zalm. Inleiding gepresenteerd door Dr. Emsley Tromp ter gelegenheid van het afscheid van de Nederlandse Minister van Financiën, Gerrit Zalm - 5 februari 2007 (Toespraak)

  • 2006
  • Day of the Directorate. Address by Drs. Alberto Romero on the occasion of the “Day of Directorate” sponsored by VanEps Kunneman Van Doorne, the Galan Group and the University of the Netherlands Antilles - November 27, 2006. (Speech)
  • Future Strategies for the Curacao International Financial Sector. Address by Drs. Alberto Romero presented at the seminar on "Future Strategies for the Curaçao International Financial Sector - August 25, 2006 (Speech)
  • Pensioen Governance en stand van zaken nieuwe Landsverordening Pensioenen. Toespraak van Drs. Alberto Romero ter gelegenheid van de Workshop Pensioen Actualiteiten - 29 juni 2006 (Toespraak)

  • 2005
  • Curaçao 2020: The Road to Realizing a Vision. Speech delivered by Drs. Alberto Romero at the Rotary Curaçao luncheon - June 16, 2005 (Speech)
  • Monetary policy and financial sector supervision - options for the islands of the Netherlands Antilles. Speech by Henk Brouwer, executive director of the Nederlandsche Bank -  21 December 2005. (Speech)
  • General Meeting of CITCO Group 2005. Address by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the opening of the "2005 GENERAL MEETING OF CITCO GROUP" - February 15, 2005 (Speech)
  • The Grand Hyatt poject. Address by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the groundbreaking ceremony of The Grand Hyatt project - December 1, 2005 (Speech)
  • Corporate Governance. Address by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the opening of the “Day of Directorate” (Dag van Commissariaat) with the central theme “Governance at Work”. (Speech)
  • Toward a Comprehensive Solution of the Debt Problem. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the conference The Comprehensive Development of the Islands of the Netherlands Antilles.” - November 25, 2005 (Speech) (Presentation)

  • 2004
  • Nederlands-Antilliaans toezicht op Trustkantoren en Financierings maatschappijen. Toespraak van Drs. Alberto Romero, Financieel Economisch Directeur ter gelegenheid van de workshop presentatie bank juridische reeksen van de NIBE SVV - 7 oktober 2004 (Toespraak)
  • Recent Financial-economic Developments in the Netherlands Antilles in general and in St. Maarten in particular. Address delivered by dr. EmsleyTromp on the occasion of the start of phase II of Princess Juliana International Airport’s expansion project in Philipsburg - June 18, 2004 (Speech)
  • Money laundering trends from a supervisory perspective. Speech by Drs. Alberto Romero at the workshop money laundering update - June 28, 2004 (Speech)
  • Opening of the XV RCCB IT Conference. Speech delivered by Mr. Jerrald Hasselmeyer on the occasion of the opening of the XV RCCB IT Conference at the Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen. June 7, 2004 (Speech)
  • Opening of 7th Annual Meeting of the Offshore Group of Collective Investment Schemes (OGCISS). Opening Remarks by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the opening of 7th Annual Meeting of the Offshore Group of Collective Investment Schemes (OGCISS) hosted by the Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen - June 2, 2004 (Speech)

  • 2003
  • The Netherlands Antilles and the global economy: challenging times for policy makers. Introductory remarks on the presentation of Mr. Henk Brouwer, executive Director of De Nederlandsche Bank by Dr. Emsley Tromp, followed by the presentation of Mr. Brouwer on the occasion of the closing ceremonies related to 175 years of central banking in the Netherlands Antilles - February 6, 2003 (Speech)
  • Belangrijke factoren van de Landsverordening Assurantiebemiddeling. Toespraak gehouden door Drs. Alberto  Romero op verzoek van ASKA NV ter gelegenheid van de komende veranderingen bij ASKA Verzekeringsmaatschappijen - 4 december 2003 (Toespraak)
  • The need for Corporate Governance in averting banking banking crisis - Lessons from the Banco Latino Crisis- Speech delivered by Drs. Alberto Romero at the KPMG banking seminar in the Dominican Republic - October 2, 2003 (ENG)  (SPA)
  • Dalende dekkingsgraad in Pensioenland. Hoe nu verder? Toespraak van Drs. Alberto Romero ter gelegenheid van de opening van het advokatenkantoor Zahavi & Lutjens - 26 juni 2003 (Speech)
  • Recent Economic Developments in the Netherlands in a Regional Perspective: Risks and Opportunities. Speech by dr Emsley Tromp at the Annual Strategic Meeting of the KPMG Dutch Antilles La Romana, Dominican Republic, June 20, 2003 (Speech)
  • FATUM is one of the major players in the insurance market in the Netherlands Antilles. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the acquisition of the majority shares of FATUM in the Netherlands Antilles by the Guardian Group - May 14, 2003 (Speech)
  • Some ideas on the implementation of the International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) from the Central Bank perspective. Presentation of an International Accounting Standard (International Financial Reporting Standard) (IFRS) by Drs. Alberto Romero (Joint KPMG and BNA initiative) - 8 & 9 april 2003 (Speech) (Presentation)
  • In 175 years the Bank has evolved from a near dormant institution in the nineteenth century to a vibrant organization able to adapt to the ever changing financial world in the twenty-first century. Speech Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the reception in honor of the Bank's 175th anniversary - February 2003 (Speech)
  • Fiscal Policy: Rules versus Discretion. Introduction of Dr. Willem Duisenberg, president of the European Central Bank by Dr. Emsley Tromp followed by the presentation of Dr. Duisenberg on the occasion of the Fundraising Lecture, celebrating the 175th anniversary of the Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen - February 2003 (Speech)

  • 2002
  • The Netherlands Antilles and the Netherlands' Economic Partnership: Bedfellows, Hostages or Perfect Strangers. Recent Financial-Economic Developments in the Netherlands Antilles and the outlook for 2003. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the Christmas Dinner of the Willemstad Junior Chamber - December 2002 (Speech)
  • The Role of Central Banks in Promoting Sustainable Growth. Address delivered by Emsley D. Tromp on the occasion of the Seminar on Current Issues in Central Banking, organized by the Centrale Bank van Aruba and the Universiteit van Aruba - 14 november 2002 (Speech)
  • The Need for Caribbean Cooperation in a Globalizing World. Address delivered by Emsley Tromp on the Occasion of the Multi-National Business Conference at Maho Beach Resort St. Maarten - November 8, 2002 (Speech)
  • Er is een win-win situatie mogelijk voor de institutionele beleggers en de Antilliaanse samenleving. Toespraak van Dr. Emsley Tromp ter gelegenheid van de directiewisseling van Ennia - 22 november 2002 (Toespraak)
  • General economic equilibrium: The case of the Netherlands Antilles. Article by Dr. Emsley Tromp and Drs. Alberto Romero published in the Liber Amicorum of former prime minister Mr. Miguel Pourier - May 29, 2002 (Article)
  • The theory of Currency Boards. Speech by Drs. A.G. Romero presented at the International Finance and Investments seminar at the University of the Netherlands Antilles - May 2002 (Speech)

  • 2001
  • Diskurso pa fin di aña 2001. Diskurso Dr. Emsley Tromp - 22 di desèmber 2001 (Diskurso)
  • The Netherlands Antilles after six years of adjustments efforts with the IMF: A critical evaluation. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the Annual Gala Diner of DHL - December 12, 2001 (Speech)
  • Regulashon finansiero den tempu di krisis. Diskurso di Dr. Emsley Tromp durante e Fundraising Gala Buffet organisá pa Steering Committee Curacao - 31 oktober 2001 (Diskurso)
  • The Economic Situation of the Netherlands Antilles in the Aftermath of the Terrorist Attacks in the United States: Looking Ahead. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the Occasion of the Fundraising Lunch of Mesora N.V. 2001 (Speech)
  • Inougurashon Plenchi Ramez (Ronchi) Isa. Palabranan di Dr. Emsley Tromp na okashon di inougurashon Plenchi Ramez (Ronchi) Isa - 17 di oktober 2001 (Diskurso)
  • Corporate Governance, E-Banking and Supervisory Structure. Address by Drs. Alberto Romero on the occasion of the opening of the Regional Workshop of the Financial Stability Institute for the Caribbean Group of Banking Supervisors on the subject of "Corporate Governance, E-Banking and Supervisory Structure" - October 2001. (Speech)
  • Additional investments through a new development approach. Speech of Drs. Alberto Romero on the occasion of the seminar on development cooperation in the Netherlands Antilles hosted by the Department of Economic Affairs - October 5, 2001 (Speech)
  • New challenges for the Curaçao economy. Speech by Drs. Alberto Romero for the Quota International of Curacao - September 12, 2001 (Speech)
  • De Nederlandse Antillen op weg uit de crisis. Inleiding gepresenteerd door Dr. Emsley Tromp ter gelegenheid van het Brainstorm weekend “Samenwerking binnen het Koninkrijk” - 23 april 2001 (Toespraak)
  • The Caribbean Capital Markets: Unlocking the potential from within the region. Address delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp during the 5th Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference - April 19, 2001 (Speech)
  • Structural Adjustment in the Netherlands Antilles - The Need for Broad-based Tax Reform. Speech delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the luncheon fundraising of the Female Junior Chamber Curacao - March 30, 2001 (Speech)
  • At the beginning of a new century: the current economic and financial situation in the Netherlands Antilles. Speech by Drs. Alberto Romero at the seminar "Aruba and Curacao Tourism and Public Finances" - March, 3 2001 (Speech)
  • Pensioen. Toespraak van Drs. Alberto Romero tijdens de pensioenmarkt georganiseert door Interamo - 18 januari 2001 (Toespraak)
  • Recent developments in the life insurance industry in the Netherlands Antilles. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the official opening of the new office of Alico in Curacao - January 16, 2001 (Speech)
  • The current economic situation: working toward a common future. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the presentation of Jan Thiel Bay Destination Resort in Curaçao -  January 16, 2001 (Speech)

  • 2000
  • De rol van financiele integriteit in het bedrijfseconomisch toezicht van de Bank van de Nederlandse Antillen. Toespraak Dr. Emsley Tromp tijdens het integriteitscongres - 3 november 2000 (Toespraak)
  • The role of the Central Bank. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the opening of the 4th branch of the Antilles Banking Corporation (St. Maarten) - February 23, 2000 (Speech)

  • 1999
  • Penad Pension Services. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the occasion of the opening of Penad Pension Services - December 14, 1999 (Speech)
  • New economics. Speech by Drs. Alberto Romero at the meeting of Lions Club of Curacao - October 14, 1999 (Speech)
  • What are the implications for the OCTs in floating issues in Euros. Address delivered by Dr. Emsley Tromp on the occasion of the "Euro Awareness Seminar" organized by the Caribbean Association of Industry and Commerce - October 8, 1999 (Speech)
  • Capital market stability. Speech by Dr. Emsley Tromp at the occasion of the First Latin-American & Caribbean Trade Fair and Congress - April 14, 1999 (Speech)

  • 1998
  • View on the EURO from a Netherlands Antillean perspective. The Euro, a window of opportunity. Speech presented by Drs. Alberto Romero at the ABN AMRO conference - May 27, 1998 (Speech)

  • 1997
  • On the crossroads to the year 2000. Speech presented by Dr. Emsley Tromp for the IOBA Junior Chamber - September 7, 1997 (Speech)
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