WILLEMSTAD – Gilmar ‘Pik’ Pisas, leader of the Movementu Futuro Kòrsou (MFK), has declared his party’s landslide victory in Curaçao’s recent elections a “fantastic result.” Pisas explained how MFK achieved this historic milestone. 

“We saw this coming,” Pisas said confidently. “As ministers, we have done an excellent job. Since 2021, we have successfully rebranded, and people now have a different perception of our party.” 

One of the most surprising aspects of MFK’s win was the strong support from the Dutch community on the island. “When you see how I was welcomed in Pietermaai, it was something incredible. Dutch voters have certainly contributed to our victory,” he noted. 

No Constitutional Referendum, Strong Ties with the Netherlands 

Pisas dismissed any notion of strained relations with the Netherlands, emphasizing that cooperation within the Kingdom remains productive. “We have no problems with the Netherlands whatsoever. We meet weekly to discuss and resolve issues. There will be no referendum on our constitutional status. The partnership within the Kingdom is working well and delivering results,” he stated. 

Responding to Criticism 

Opposition parties have accused MFK of having authoritarian tendencies, but Pisas firmly rejected these claims. “This is democracy in action. We listen to the people and work with all stakeholders. Look at the Lagun project—we collaborated with everyone involved to reach a broadly supported solution,” he argued. 

Stability and Economic Growth 

Looking ahead, Pisas promised a period of stability and continued economic development. “We will focus on further economic growth,” he said. He also welcomed the upcoming visit of Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof in May. “He has nothing to worry about—I will be there to receive him,” Pisas assured. 

With a strong mandate, MFK intends to build on its momentum, prioritizing economic development and strengthening its collaboration within the Kingdom.