AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy Security: Aruba’s RECIP-3 expansion at WEB Aruba is moving forward, adding two Wärtsilä engines for 36 MW of firm capacity—aimed at meeting rising demand and reducing power-shortage risk. Governance & Accountability: MP Dangui Oduber warns of a “crisis of governance,” citing transparency gaps and pushing for the release of the LAR advice, while also criticizing education funding despite a reported 700 million florins surplus. Public Services Capacity: In Sint Maarten, PM Mercelina told Parliament the General Affairs ministry is nearly 200 workers short, raising questions about reform delivery and execution. Healthcare & Prevention: Minister Melvin Wyatt-Ras met Fundacion ABO to strengthen Aruba’s cancer screening rollout (BOB, BOCA, CORESA) and improve secure data exchange for follow-up care. Elder Abuse Pushback: “No Excuse for Elder Abuse” calls for immediate action after criticism of how eldercare abuse is being handled. Justice & Rights: Aruba court proceedings continue in the Fernandes Pedra case, with a judge ordering Curaçao legal defense after Aruba lawyers declined. Political Updates: AVP Congress 2026 is set for Oct. 4, while MP Mike de Meza withdraws from a ministerial role over concerns about the HOFA “Kingdom Consensus Law.”
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