Curaçao
My country, my pride – Curaçao
About Curaçao
Curaçao is an island located in the southern Caribbean Sea, just off the coast of Venezuela. It forms part of the ABC islands along with Aruba and Bonaire. The island has a dry climate and features low hills, rocky coastlines, and sheltered bays. Coral reefs surround much of the island and support diverse marine life.
About Curaçao
The island of Curacao, a constituent country of the Netherlands, is located in the Southern Caribbean Sea. Though a strong tourist destination, this country does not solely rely on tourism to support its economy as it possesses a strong oil refining company which lends itself to great regional and international export. Accordingly, petroleum exports account for 90% of Curacao’s external trade.
Key Dates in History
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1634
Dutch control established in Curaçao.
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1954
Gains autonomous status within Kingdom of the Netherlands.
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2010
Becomes constituent country within Kingdom structure.
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2015
Expands cooperation with CARICOM states.
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2023
Associate membership negotiations advance.
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2024
Curaçao formally admitted as Associate Member of CARICOM.
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2024
Participates in CARICOM Heads of Government Conference.
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2024
Strengthens regional trade and logistics cooperation.
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2025
Expands engagement in regional climate and maritime discussions.
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2025
Advances Dutch-Caribbean cooperation within CARICOM.