Miguel Goede

(Association for Public Administration, the Netherlands, Antilles & Aruba)

 

 

Abstract: Purpose — The purpose of this article is to describe the case of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) in the Caribbean zooming in on the Curaçao case. Methodology/Approach — For this study a brief literature review was conducted and a survey was held. Experts and a focus group were consulted. Findings — SME policy in Curaçao is not in place. This is in line with the outcome of other research done in the Caribbean region and also the general impression in Curaçao. Originality/value of paper — The paper contributes to the analysis of SME in small Caribbean Islands and is a reference point for further research.

 

 

Key words: Curaçao, Caribbean, SME, SME policy, unemployment, poverty reduction strategy, business financing

 

JEL code: H110