HOFA/Kingdom Law Transparency Clash: Dutch State Secretary Eric van der Burg’s Aruba visit to discuss COHO/HOFA changes is drawing sharp criticism from MPs over secrecy and lack of published details, even as thousands of citizens object and advisers warn the proposal undermines autonomy. Waste Management Governance Fight: Parliamentarians are pressing the Aruba Tourism Authority (ATA) over a 2.1 million florin Ecotech waste contract and whether ATA law allows tourism funds for waste processing; questions also persist around a 16 million florin ATA “Government Development” line and why Serlimar wasn’t the lead. National Day to Care for Aruba: Government launched the island-wide “National Day to Care for Aruba” culminating July 25, with 30+ bins planned and partners like Serlimar and CEDE Aruba calling for community action. Refinery Redevelopment Step: Prime Minister signed an action plan for the Aruba refinery site (HART), bringing in Dutch experts via TWO Netherlands to support governance and planning through March 2027. Human Rights & Health Watch: PNHSA warns about possible return of mandatory military service; Ombudsman Aruba released “The Cost of Being Sick,” while AZV clarified that stool tests can be medically necessary for all insured ages. Local Accountability & Public Services: Customs recognized promoted and long-serving staff; Aruba Police held diploma ceremonies for recruits and middle management.