National Cleanup Push: Prime Minister Mike Eman launched Aruba’s “National Day to Care for Aruba,” with island-wide cleanup on Saturday, July 25, backed by government services and partners; the plan includes 26 dumpster sites and preparations for 30+ bins, plus calls for residents, businesses, schools and clubs to keep neighborhoods clean after the event. Waste Management Oversight: Parliamentarians are pressing for transparency on waste policy and spending, including questions about ATA funds and a 2.1 million florin Ecotech contract, while MP Hendrik Tevreden warns Aruba needs a structured waste system—not temporary fixes. Housing Policy Update: Minister Rene Herdé presented a new housing land-use policy aimed at more transparent, fair allocation and more housing options, including compact residential projects. Kingdom Politics & Autonomy: A State Secretary visit tied to changes to the COHO/HOFA kingdom law is drawing criticism for secrecy and lack of clarity, with MPs arguing Aruba’s autonomy is being traded for financial promises. Courts & Accountability: The Dutch Supreme Court rejected former Aruba Minister Plenipotentiary Guillfred Besaril’s appeal, leaving his 10-month prison sentence and repayment obligation in place. Civic Rights Campaign: PASO urged King Willem-Alexander and Dutch Parliament to address alleged unequal voting rights for Dutch citizens living in the Caribbean.