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[00:01:00] The parliamentary year 2026,
[00:01:03] 2027,
[00:01:05] officially opens. Additionally, the President of the Parliament of Aruba looks back at the end of the
[00:01:09] parliamentary year
[00:01:10] 2025-2026.
[00:01:14] Also, parliamentarians react to the parliamentary report where
[00:01:18] the government of Aruba does not answer the questions
[00:01:20] asked, and Mr. Roland Cruz
[00:01:24] continues as director of Seitar
[00:01:26] NV.
[00:01:29] 2027,
[00:01:38] so His Excellency, the Governor of Aruba, presents the direction of
[00:01:42] the government for the upcoming period. The Governor addresses
[00:01:45] various topics that are directly related to the future of the country,
[00:01:49] including economy, public finances, housing,
[00:01:53] education, health, and security, with an emphasis on
[00:01:56] transforming economic progress into a better quality
[00:01:59] of life. We will review some of the main points.
[00:02:10] The government will continue with the recovery of
[00:03:01] A period with historical significance for
[00:03:04] Aruba has begun. Our country has commemorated 40 years of separate
[00:03:08] status and 50 years of our anthem and flag. In her
[00:03:11] speech, Her Excellency Governor Alfonso Buchou
[00:03:14] emphasized these moments as
[00:03:18] symbols of identity, autonomy, and the development that Aruba
[00:03:21] has experienced throughout the years as a country within the kingdom. These two
[00:03:25] historical moments also provide an opportunity to reflect
[00:03:29] on Aruba's development during the last decades, and
[00:03:32] principally on the direction the country wants to take for
[00:03:35] the future. The government places general well-being
[00:03:39] as a guiding principle and a secure direction. A
[00:03:42] society where prosperity is
[00:03:45] shared, where the general interest
[00:03:48] always prevails over personal or
[00:03:51] particular interests. Where everyone has the
[00:03:54] opportunity to develop,
[00:03:57] where nature and culture are valued.
[00:04:03] And where the institutions of our country are
[00:04:06] strengthened to inspire confidence for
[00:04:17] Aruba will follow in the parliamentary year
[00:04:21] reception ceremony of 2026 and 2026,
[00:04:24] a path to shared well-being
[00:04:27] and prosperity. In the economic and financial sphere, the focus
[00:04:31] remains on maintaining healthy public finances and creating a stronger and
[00:04:34] more resilient economy, but ambition is not
[00:04:38] limited to positive figures alone. The challenge is to
[00:04:41] translate economic development into more opportunities, economic
[00:04:45] security, and well-being for its citizens.
[00:04:48] The government will continue with prudent financial management
[00:04:51] and responsible use of
[00:04:55] nominees. The three nominees public resources. Gradual introduction of results-based
[00:04:58] budget preparation.
[00:05:02] This is a budget that connects management goals with
[00:05:05] resources to
[00:05:08] results, together with more use of data.
[00:05:20] The economic strength that our country
[00:05:23] has shown in the parliamentary year that is ending also
[00:05:26] requires a broader base.
[00:05:30] The government will continue to create opportunities in
[00:05:33] agriculture, in technology,
[00:05:36] financial, blue
[00:05:38] economy, creative industry.
[00:05:42] Clean energy and other new activities to
[00:05:46] strengthen the economy of our
[00:05:48] island.
[00:05:51] Tourism will continue to play an essential role in the
[00:05:54] development of our country,
[00:05:58] but the goal is not continuous growth.
[00:06:01] The focus is on a sustainable tourism
[00:06:04] sector, and in balance with the capacity
[00:06:07] and aspirations of our
[00:06:10] island. Quality.
[00:06:13] Sustainability, local participation,
[00:06:17] and the quality of life of our people are
[00:06:20] central. The goal is
[00:06:23] an economy that creates
[00:06:26] opportunities and prosperity for the entire
[00:06:29] community. This progress must be
[00:06:33] felt in every home and in every
[00:06:36] neighborhood. As long as Aruba has not
[00:06:40] achieved complete prosperity.
[00:06:55] with particular attention to purchasing power,
[00:06:59] social security, and the opportunity for
[00:07:02] every family to progress. Housing
[00:07:05] also forms an important part of the agenda, with the pressure that many
[00:07:09] families feel to find a safe and affordable home.
[00:07:12] The government recognizes the need to increase housing opportunities,
[00:07:16] addressing the obstacles that make access to
[00:07:19] a home increasingly difficult for the
[00:07:22] community. The government has developed a new approach to
[00:07:25] stimulate the construction of
[00:07:27] more affordable homes in cooperation with the private
[00:07:30] sector. At the same time,
[00:07:33] the government will continue to invest in public
[00:07:37] spaces, and community facilities and in the
[00:07:41] revitalization of
[00:07:44] This vision will become a reality with
[00:07:47] the law to create an investment fund approved, a
[00:07:51] big step that
[00:07:55] creates the possibility for Aruba to move from planning to
[00:07:59] execution. With this, the legal
[00:08:02] basis for important public
[00:08:05] investments has been created. In this parliamentary
[00:08:09] session, Parliament will address the first
[00:08:13] budget of the Investment Fund.
[00:08:15] The government intends to allocate
[00:08:19] to present to Parliament, which will include among others
[00:08:22] investment in the MFA in San Nicolás,
[00:08:26] neighborhood improvements, renovation of schools and
[00:08:29] monuments, reforestation, and
[00:08:32] beautification of our city centers. In the field
[00:08:36] of Health and well-being, the vision focuses on a system that
[00:08:39] better responds to the needs of the community.
[00:08:47] The government will continue to reform and
[00:08:49] strengthen the healthcare system with more
[00:08:53] emphasis on prevention,
[00:08:55] early detection, and first-line
[00:08:58] care. Mental health will receive particular
[00:09:02] attention, with emphasis also on
[00:09:05] prevention, early help, and reduction of
[00:09:09] stigma.
[00:09:12] Every senior deserves a
[00:09:15] dignified, secure, and
[00:09:18] opportunity-filled life to continue participating in our
[00:09:20] community. The government will strengthen
[00:09:24] home care and community
[00:09:26] care. A fundamental step is the
[00:09:30] introduction of the long-term care
[00:09:33] ordinance. Besides AZV, this
[00:09:36] will create a sustainable financial basis for
[00:09:40] continuous care, among others. To guarantee
[00:09:44] good home care for our elders and for
[00:09:47] rehabilitation in this social
[00:09:50] sector, prevention and early
[00:09:54] detection of poverty, alcohol abuse,
[00:09:57] domestic violence, and other social challenges
[00:10:00] will continue to receive attention. This
[00:10:04] social protection will be expanded with an important
[00:10:08] step. In this parliamentary
[00:10:11] session, the government will present a new law
[00:10:15] that will provide families with children with special needs
[00:10:18] additional financial assistance. Education and Development are another
[00:10:22] priority. The government wants to prepare people
[00:10:26] for a society and labor market that are rapidly changing. This
[00:10:29] places emphasis not only on teaching, but also on
[00:10:33] talent development, training, and opportunities to
[00:10:36] continue learning throughout life. The government has taken a big step in
[00:10:40] improving the economic and legal position of teachers in
[00:10:43] schools. The transformation of education will
[00:10:46] continue to create a more integrated system. With
[00:10:50] a better connection between education, care, work, and
[00:10:54] responsibility.
[00:11:00] Multilingualism and lifelong learning are an
[00:11:03] essential part of this structural change.
[00:11:06] For our
[00:11:09] youth, a more integral approach must
[00:11:12] connect education, care,
[00:11:16] sports, culture, and active participation in the
[00:11:20] community. In this parliamentary session, the government will
[00:11:23] present a law ( Important to link the
[00:11:27] minimum wage to the minimum needs. The
[00:11:30] principle is clear.
[00:11:32] Never again should an employee have to work for a
[00:11:36] salary that does not cover basic
[00:11:39] subsistence.
[00:11:41] This step will go hand in hand with support for medium and
[00:11:45] small businesses, to support
[00:11:48] their strength while the salaries
[00:11:51] of their employees improve.
[00:11:55] Technology and artificial
[00:11:58] intelligence open new
[00:12:01] opportunities. Modernization of digital
[00:12:05] infrastructure and telecommunications will
[00:12:07] contribute to connectivity and acute
[00:12:10] innovation. The Governor also pays attention
[00:12:14] to the sustainability and physical future of Aruba, with
[00:12:18] limited space and continuous pressure on infrastructure,
[00:12:21] nature, and the environment. The country's development must be planned with
[00:12:25] a long-term vision, seeking a balance between economic
[00:12:29] progress and the protection of what is essential for
[00:12:32] future generations.
[00:12:35] ecosystems and the national reforestation
[00:12:38] program, with the ambition to plant 100,000
[00:12:41] trees during the current period of
[00:12:44] governance.
[00:12:46] Community participation and more responsible waste
[00:12:50] management are part of this
[00:12:52] effort. The government.
[00:12:59] A national effort that appeals to
[00:13:02] the common responsibility of the entire
[00:13:04] community. For this, the national program
[00:13:08] Kuida Aruba was initiated.
[00:13:11] Twice already, on the last Saturday of the month,
[00:13:15] Aruba comes together to respond to this
[00:13:18] call: Kuida Aruba, is a call
[00:13:21] that goes deeper than joint commitment to care for Aruba.
[00:13:26] The opening of the parliamentary year outlines the direction the government
[00:13:29] wants to follow during 2026 and 2026. Now the
[00:13:33] next phase is implementation, with different
[00:13:36] priorities presented to measure results not only in
[00:13:40] plans, projects, or figures, but also how much the
[00:13:44] changes are felt in the daily lives of every citizen. With Parliament
[00:13:47] initiating its work for debate.
[00:13:50] Now, the debate will focus on how the vision initially
[00:13:53] presented will be implemented.
[00:13:58] I declare, as our constitution
[00:14:02] prescribes, the Parliamentary Year
[00:14:05] 2026-2027
[00:14:07] open.
[00:14:29] With the beginning of the parliamentary year, the Parliament of
[00:14:32] Aruba opens a new chapter with attention not only to
[00:14:35] the legislative work ahead, but also to recognizing
[00:14:39] young people who contribute positively to the development of
[00:14:42] our community. During the official
[00:14:46] the opening of the parliamentary year, the Hall of Fame
[00:14:49] Award recognizes a young person who stands out for their
[00:14:52] talent, commitment, and contribution to the community.
[00:15:03] A consistent committee consisting of a member from each faction represented
[00:15:06] here in Parliament evaluated
[00:15:10] various nominees who entered within a relatively
[00:15:13] short time frame. Parliament
[00:15:16] selected three
[00:15:20] were passed to a central
[00:15:23] committee, which then, in this central committee, conducted the evaluation
[00:15:27] and selected the winner of the
[00:15:30] Hall of Fame Award of Parliament for this
[00:15:34] parliamentary year 2026, 2027. The chosen
[00:15:38] young person is part of the St. Michael
[00:15:41] Scout group, a group she has passed through different
[00:15:45] diferente
[00:15:46] stages
[00:15:49] and different paths.
[00:16:08] She is also a member of the
[00:16:11] national basketball team of Aruba. With great
[00:16:15] pleasure and pride, on behalf of the Parliament of Aruba, I
[00:16:18] announce that the Hall of Fame Award of the Parliament of Aruba
[00:16:22] for the year 2026, 2027, will be
[00:16:26] awarded to the young person Jayen Justin
[00:16:29] Riderstad, for his positive contribution to our
[00:19:49] In the parliamentary year selected once again as
[00:19:52] president, Mr. Marlon, Snake, has an interview with this person. He gave
[00:19:56] his insights on what he looks back on from the previous parliamentary
[00:19:59] year, the parliamentary
[00:20:00] year.
[00:25:21] Leader of the
[00:25:22] Future Party.
[00:25:27] President of Parliament, who passes the baton to another
[00:25:31] colleague. Additionally, he added that in the first period of the parliamentary
[00:25:34] year, there are some laws that deal with
[00:25:38] important aspects and much more.
[00:25:41] important
[00:25:49] important.
[00:29:34] For our youth, it is important, according to Peters, that our youth have the necessary
[00:29:38] opportunities to develop knowledge, skills,
[00:29:41] and prepare for the future. It also emphasizes the
[00:29:45] importance of sports as part of the development of our
[00:29:48] youth. Participation in sports can help young people
[00:29:52] develop discipline, teamwork, and a healthier
[00:29:55] lifestyle.
[00:29:56] We attend
[00:29:59] to what the head of government talks about.