WILLEMSTAD - The government of Curaçao announced that the island will get a new coat of arms. On July 2, the national holiday "Dia de Bandera" (Flag Day), the government wants to unveil the new design.
In a letter from Prime Minister Eugene Rhuggenaath to the parliament, he emphasizes the importance of "nation building". "For the development of our young nation and the creation of a self-reliant and self-aware population," said Rhuggenaath.
Until 1964 Curaçao had no coat of arms. The current coat of arms refers to the connection with the House of Orange, Amsterdam, and the West India Company.
Recently, a call was placed in several newspapers by the government in which they announce that they are looking for "seven volunteers with expertise" to form a National Emblem Committee. These experts advise the government based on public choice.
The plan was born from the idea of “uniting residents and creating a sense of patriotism and depth of pride,” according to Rhuggenaath.
If July 2 is not feasible, the government wants to reveal the coat of arms within six months of the start of the project.