2018 — Coastguard. Inspection by the Law Enforcement Council into the execution of the investigation task by the Coastguard in Curaçao, Sint Maarten and the Caribbean Netherlands (Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba).

This report evaluates the effectiveness of the Coast Guard in executing its investigative duties across Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and the Caribbean Netherlands. The investigation reveals gaps in the Coast Guard's capacity to fulfill its tasks, particularly in areas like information management, interagency cooperation, and the integration of maritime intelligence. Key issues include the lack of standardized performance indicators and the need for better coordination with local judicial and law enforcement agencies. Recommendations include improving inter-agency collaboration, enhancing information-driven operations, and addressing budgetary constraints to optimize the Coast Guard's effectiveness in combating serious and cross-border crime.