Climate & Resilience: Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten’s climate scenario reports are now published in local languages (Papiamento, Papiamentu and Dutch), built from scientific data for planning adaptation measures through 2050 and 2100. Aviation & Borders: Aruba confirmed the airspace border with Venezuela will reopen in stages starting Aug. 1, with commercial flights first and private flights later; Venezuela’s consul says the reopening is Aruba’s decision and stresses existing visa rules. Governance & Oversight: Calls are growing for a dedicated Gaming Authority as FIU-Aruba warns casinos face high money-laundering and terrorist-financing risks without a structural supervisory framework. Justice & Corrections: Limited prison capacity continues to delay enforcement of court sentences, with the Public Prosecutor’s Office reporting it could not consistently bring “vrije voeters” into KIA. Local Economy & Energy: The future of Aruba’s refinery remains a hot political and economic question for San Nicolas, with renewed arguments for regional cooperation and an “upgrader” role. Regional Mobility: Aruba cancelled the Curaçao ferry feasibility-study tender after bids exceeded the budget by over 20%, leaving the project alive but pushing timelines back. Politics & Party Tensions: MP Endy Croes says AVP leadership changes and the planned Prime Minister shift ahead of 2027 are fueling internal tension while major national issues like HOFA and oil developments continue.