Rijkswet HOFA Fight: MP Dangui Oduber and other critics argue Aruba is being pushed toward a Kingdom Act (Rijkswet) that undermines autonomy, calling the “more control” pitch a contradiction and warning that Parliament should have the first word on any transfer of power. Ministerial Scrutiny: Debate continues over Minister Gerlien Croes’s travel expenses, with critics pressing for full public transparency and questioning who pays the remainder. Public Finance & Oversight: Aruba’s 2027 budget is said to be delivered on time and compliant, but the Aruba Financial Supervision Board (CAft) says investment levels are too low and urges clarity on how the AIOF fund will be operationalized. Kingdom Security Cooperation: Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten and the Netherlands push for better police and judicial information sharing, but remain split on the legal framework for it. Justice & Diplomacy: Four justice ministers met U.S. Consul General Chico Negron to strengthen law enforcement, training and border security cooperation. Local Governance & Services: Aruba’s tour sector discusses access and alternative routes on the Northeast Coast, while Movemento Ta Bida (Movement is Life) briefs Parliament on prevention and physical activity. Infrastructure & Safety: New commanders installed for ARUMIL and CURMIL, and 16 recruits graduate from the Junior Coast Guard Crew Member Program.