WILLEMSTAD – United States Consul General Ramón “Chico” Negrón is preparing to leave his diplomatic post in Curaçao after nearly two years, bringing an end to a period during which he focused on strengthening security cooperation, economic relations, and cultural ties between the United States and the Dutch Caribbean islands.
In a personal farewell message, Negrón expressed his gratitude to the people of Curaçao and the other Dutch Caribbean islands for the warmth, hospitality, and friendship he experienced throughout his assignment.
The experienced American diplomat, who previously served as a lieutenant colonel in the military, arrived in Curaçao in February 2025 to assume the responsibilities of consul general.
During his tenure, Negrón worked to strengthen relations between the United States and the Dutch Caribbean, emphasizing cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Looking back on his assignment, he highlighted progress in security cooperation, the expansion of trade and investment opportunities, and cultural exchanges that helped bring American and Caribbean communities closer together.
Security cooperation has remained an important component of relations between the United States and the Dutch Caribbean islands, particularly given the region's strategic location and the shared challenges associated with transnational crime and regional stability.
Negrón identified the strengthening of this cooperation as one of the achievements of his time in office.
He also emphasized the importance of expanding commercial and investment relationships, recognizing the opportunities for closer economic cooperation between American businesses and the islands.
Cultural exchanges were another area of attention during his assignment, contributing to stronger connections and mutual understanding between communities.
Beyond these diplomatic priorities, Negrón's farewell message placed particular emphasis on the people he encountered during his time in the region.
He thanked residents for welcoming him and making his assignment a memorable experience.
The consul general expressed confidence that the relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of the Netherlands in the Caribbean will continue to develop positively in the years ahead.
His departure marks the conclusion of an assignment that began in February 2025 and involved representing American interests while maintaining diplomatic relationships with the Dutch Caribbean islands.
Negrón leaves his position with a message of appreciation for the region and optimism about the future of cooperation between the United States and its Caribbean partners.
Details regarding his successor and the exact date of his departure have not yet been provided.