WILLEMSTAD - Emsley Tromp, the former president of the central bank, expressed relief following a court verdict that acquitted him of corruption and money laundering charges. The judge's decision came after years of scrutiny and accusations from the Public Prosecution Service and certain political factions, which Tromp and his legal team have consistently deemed unfounded. 

In a press release, Tromp's lawyers highlighted the emotional and professional toll the accusations have taken on him, noting that he has endured significant hardship due to the prolonged legal battle. Although the court cleared him of the major charges, Tromp received a conditional sentence for forgery, a verdict that he and his advisors are now contemplating whether to appeal. 

This development follows a series of high-profile investigations and legal proceedings that have cast a shadow over Tromp's reputation and career. His acquittal on the more severe charges marks a significant turn in his favor, yet the conditional sentence indicates that some legal challenges remain.