WILLEMSTAD – The government of Curaçao has requested advice from the Advisory Council regarding the draft of the Omnibus Sanctions Decision for Curaçao. This decision regulates the implementation of international sanctions and is intended to make existing legislation more streamlined and effective. The Council of Ministers made this decision based on a recommendation from the Director of Legislation and Legal Affairs.
The Omnibus Sanctions Decision integrates all sanctions measures from the United Nations and the European Union into Curaçao's national legislation. This ensures compliance with international obligations and improves the monitoring of sanctions enforcement. The regulation falls under the National Sanctions Act and the Sanction National Ordinance and simplifies how sanctions are applied.
The Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten plays a key role in the enforcement and implementation of these sanctions. Additionally, various ministries, including Justice and Finance, must ensure they have sufficient resources for proper oversight. The Advisory Council is now reviewing the draft before it can potentially be approved and take effect.