WILLEMSTAD - The Minister of Economic Development Ruisandro Cijntje has received the visit from Marc Evertse of Port of Rotterdam who was accompanied by Humberto de Castro of the Curaçao Ports Authority (CPA). Minister Cijntje indicated in a press release that he is committed to the development of the economy of Curaçao and the transition economy of the port.
During the meeting they discussed the future of the port in Curaçao and the role the Port of Rotterdam could have in this. Both parties will continue to explore the possibilities to work together. This cooperation does not necessarily mean the sale of state shares or assets to the Port of Rotterdam.
Minister Cijntje says he is excited about this cooperation and the interest the Dutch port has in Curaçao and he will continue to guide this development which is beneficial for the economy of the island.