St. Maarten is offering cash, plane tickets, and a hotel stay to attract professionals and students back home, with married couples receiving $2,000 and single individuals $1,100 for relocation, along with additional benefits for families. Prime Minister Luc Mercelina announced the initiative to address a shortage of skilled professionals, with incentives including salary adjustments and assistance with student loans for returning residents. The Dutch Caribbean territory aims to reduce its net migration rate of 5.7 migrants per 1,000 persons by offering these attractive relocation packages.
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