Collectivity of Saint Martin

French overseas collectivity

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January 2021	Census revealed a population of 31,477 inhabitants, showing a decline from the 2017 population count due to Hurricane Irma's impact.
March 2018	By this time, much of Saint Martin's infrastructure had been restored following the extensive damage from Hurricane Irma.
2017	French census recorded a population of 35,334 inhabitants.
September 2017	Hurricane Irma inflicted considerable damage to Orient Bay, with repairs and recovery efforts ongoing slowly in the aftermath.
September 11 2017	President Emmanuel Macron visited Saint Martin to assess the hurricane damage. He pledged 50 million euros in aid for the French islands and promised a swift and thorough rebuilding process, while addressing concerns about the evacuation of residents.
September 6 2017	Hurricane Irma devastated Saint Martin, causing extensive damage to 95% of structures on the French side of the island. The hurricane resulted in widespread destruction and led to initial problems with looting.
2014	INSEE estimated the nominal GDP of Saint Martin at 581.8 million euros, with a per capita GDP of 16,572 euros, which was approximately half the GDP per capita of metropolitan France.

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