WILLEMSTAD – The Central Bank of Curaçao and Sint Maarten (CBCS) has emphasized the urgent need for economic diversification as part of its research agenda for 2026–2028.
Recent analyses show that external shocks, including pandemics, geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions, can quickly undermine growth in economies heavily reliant on tourism and imported energy. The CBCS plans to examine pathways toward higher value-added sectors, including green industries, digital services and local production.
Research will also focus on crisis preparedness, resilience indicators and adaptive policy frameworks aimed at reducing vulnerability to global volatility.