PHILIPSBURG:--- The Prime Minister of St. Maarten the Honorable Sarah Wescot-Williams joined residents and dignitaries from French Cul De Sac and all over St. Maarten and the neighboring islands in celebrating the island's fishing heritage at the twelfth annual Fish Day Celebrations in French Cul De Sac. The PM also joined the President of the Collectivite Mrs. Aline Hanson in in a moment of silence in remembrance of those affected by the shooting during last year's Fish Day. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the hard work and dedication fisherman have provided in feeding the population. "It is good to be here and to be a part of this traditional event celebrating our fishing heritage. It is a good moment, in this celebratory atmosphere to remember the hard work and dedication of our fisherman and our fishing ancestors have shown in going to sea to face the elements in order to feed our population," commented the Prime Minister.
From the Cabinet of the Prime Minister