KRALENDIJK – Protecting what is valuable, investing in the island, and connecting people and sectors: according to Jolinda Craane, these are the three pillars for Bonaire’s future. The interim leader of Union Patriótiko Bonaire (UPB) presented her vision on Saturday evening during the “Huntu Pa Futuro” (Together for the Future) gathering at the Van der Valk Hotel. The event was attended by entrepreneurs, investors and representatives of various sectors.
In her presentation, Craane emphasized economic development, cooperation and the opportunities Bonaire has to offer. According to the politician, her vision is based on the principles “Protect, Invest and Connect”. This means protecting what is valuable to the island, investing in its development and encouraging connections between people and sectors.
Several speakers shared their views on Bonaire’s development during the evening, including Larmonie Cicilia (member of the Estates of Curaçao), former KLM director Peter Hartman and UPB stalwart Burney el Hage.
Hartman sprak over de uitdagingen waarmee Bonaire in het verleden te maken heeft gehad. El Hage ging in op de politieke ontwikkeling die Bonaire tot een directere relatie met Nederland heeft gebracht. Hij benadrukte de kansen die deze relatie biedt en het belang dat Bonaire daar gebruik van maakt.
Hartman spoke about the challenges Bonaire has faced in the past. El Hage addressed the political developments that have led to a more direct relationship between Bonaire and the Netherlands. He stressed the opportunities this relationship offers and the importance of Bonaire making use of them.
The programme also included a five-course dinner, music, dance performances and an auction of artworks and other items.
