- Population:
- 43,400
- Religion:
- Christianity
Sint Maarten was colonized by both the Dutch and French in the 17th century, with the southern half becoming a Dutch territory. It became a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in 2010 and relies on tourism and financial services.
Sint Maarten is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, located in the Caribbean. It occupies the southern part of the island of Saint Martin, while the northern part, Saint-Martin, is an overseas collectivity of France. Covering an area of 34 square kilometers, Sint Maarten has a population of approximately 58,477 people as of 2023. The capital is Philipsburg. The official languages are Dutch and English, with English being the most widely spoken. Sint Maarten operates as a parliamentary representative democracy within a constitutional monarchy, recognizing the Dutch monarch as head of state, represented locally by a Governor. The economy is primarily based on tourism, with visitors attracted to its beaches, duty-free shopping, and vibrant nightlife. Sint Maarten is known for its cultural diversity, with over 120 nationalities represented among its residents. The country uses the Netherlands Antillean guilder as its official currency, though the US dollar is also widely accepted.
