AFTA submits first-half 2026 financial figures to Aruba government

The Algemene Rekenkamer Aruba (ARA), Aruba's General Audit Chamber, has achieved a score of 73.77 points in the IDIGI-ISA 2026 evaluation, placing it at the 'Good' level for information availability. This marks the institution's first-ever participation in the IDIGI-ISA assessment, an international index that measures the digital availability and transparency of government audit information. The score reflects the ARA's current standing in making its data and reports accessible to the public through digital channels. Achieving the 'Good' classification on a first attempt signals a meaningful baseline for the institution as it looks to improve transparency and accountability practices. The result positions Aruba's audit body among peers in the broader international accountability community and sets a benchmark for future performance improvements.

Minister Gerlien Croes has announced that the National Library of Aruba (BNA) has been formally established through a Landsbesluit, a government decree giving it official legal standing. The process to formalize the library's legal status began back in 2008, meaning it took roughly 16 years to complete. Prior to this decree, the National Library operated without a formal legal foundation, leaving its institutional status in a gray area. The Landsbesluit now provides the BNA with a clear juridical basis, defining its role and responsibilities under Aruban law. This formalization is considered a significant milestone for the institution and for access to public knowledge and culture on the island. The move is expected to strengthen the library's ability to secure funding, enter contracts, and operate with greater institutional stability going forward.

MEP parliamentarian Shailiny Tromp-Lee is publicly accusing Aruban Minister Gerlien Croes of disregarding a formal ruling issued by the Objection Commission of the Land Registry (LAR). The commission sided with the MEP faction in its decision, declaring their position valid, yet Minister Croes has chosen not to comply with that ruling. Tromp-Lee is raising the alarm that the minister is continuing to act without providing any supporting evidence or legal justification for her stance. The dispute centers on a matter brought before the LAR's Bezwaar (objection) commission, a body designed to provide oversight and resolution in land registry disputes. The MEP parliamentarian argues that the minister's refusal to respect the commission's decision undermines institutional checks and balances in Aruba. This public confrontation signals growing tension between the MEP opposition and the current minister over transparency and rule of law in governmental processes.