REFERENCE LETTER

TRANSLATED

Curacao, October 06 2010

Dear Vernon,

In a few days the country the Netherlands Antilles will cease to exist.

Then also an end to my position as Prime Minister will be reality. As Chairman of the Steering National Plan for Urban Development I have recently worked closely with you and I know you as an inspired and vigorous leader of this innovative approach to the comprehensive problem of certain districts on the island.

It is mainly due to your tireless efforts that this approach is widespread and that we have been able to make a promising start in five districts. In addition, you have sparked a lot of enthusiasm into the population and the institutions, which with so much perseverance on this matter you managed to win for the cause. Therefore, again, I would like to express my appreciation. I know that you and your family have arrived in a difficult period through unforeseen circumstances.

I hope that a solution is found in the short term and wish you and your family success and all the best.

The Prime Minister

Minister of General Affairs and External Relations

Mrs. Emily de Jongh - Elhage