Are Bonaire and St Eustatius governed by Dutch government?

Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba are each governed by an island authority and by Dutch central government. The islands are public bodies of the Netherlands, similar to municipalities. Unlike municipalities in the Netherlands, however, the Caribbean islands are not part of a Dutch province.

What is the difference between Bonaire Saint Eustatius & Saba?

It's a newly created term to distinguish the three islands of Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba from The European Netherlands, the historical country bordering the North Sea. This distinction became necessary on 10 October 2010, when those three islands, that used to belong to The Netherlands Antilles became part of The Netherlands instead.

What is the population of Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba?

The total population of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba was 26,500 in January 2022. The population increased by 211 (+0.8 percent) compared to the previous year. The population is 26,500 with 48.4 percent being female and 51.6 percent being male.

Why was St Eustatius replaced by a government commissioner?

On 7 February 2018 the island authorities of St Eustatius were replaced by a Government Commissioner. This occurred because the island council, the executive council and the Governor were not performing their tasks effectively. The Government Commissioner will govern the island until the administration of St Eustatius is put back in order.

What does the government commissioner do on St Eustatius?

The Government Commissioner speaks regularly with the public and the business community on St Eustatius. He has established an advisory council drawn from civil society, which can advise him on a range of topics. He also has regular drop-in sessions for members of the public who wish to consult with him.