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Dienstplicht Push Meets Resistance: Aruba’s National Slavery Heritage Platform (PNHSA) and partners in Curaçao, St. Maarten and St. Eustatius delivered a joint letter to island parliaments opposing any reintroduction of mandatory military service without democratic consent, warning it could further erode autonomy under Kingdom rules. Parliament Oversight Clash: PPA leader Eduard Pieters condemned the government for postponing a public parliamentary meeting at the last minute, saying Parliament must get answers on how the Tourism Product Enhancement Fund is managed. Prison Security Costs Questioned: MP Xiomara Maduro pressed for clarity on the Korrectie Instituut Aruba (KIA) security gate and scanner removal, arguing it raises both safety risks and public expense concerns. Fuel Prices Cut: Aruba’s government announced lower gasoline, diesel and kerosene prices, citing falling international fuel costs and continued partial subsidy support. Sports Governance Scrutiny: MPs Endy Croes questioned FFD spending and sports park maintenance management, including travel costs and calls for investigation. Aruba Lotto Leadership: William Erasmus was appointed CEO of Aruba Lotto effective Aug. 1, tasked with boosting transparency and sports funding capacity. Public Safety Upgrade: Aruba Fire Department received a new vehicle and more certified ladder-truck operators to strengthen emergency response.

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