Historic Step Forward: Aruba Launches Mapping of the Cultural & Creative Industries
For the first time in Aruba’s history, a comprehensive mapping of the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) is underway. This unprecedented initiative, led by Go Cultura Foundation in partnership with Impact Hub Aruba, aims to unlock the economic and strategic potential of Aruba’s creative sector through data, evidence, and collaboration. A Movement, Not Just a [...]
Aruba Ranked the Safest Island in the Caribbean
Aruba has been named the safest island in the Caribbean according to the newly released Caribbean Island Safety Index 2025 by AlwaysAllInclusive.com. Developed by a team of travel safety experts at Sandals Resorts, the index evaluates critical safety factors such as international travel advisories, crime statistics, hurricane risk, and healthcare readiness. Aruba earned the top […]
Kick-off Session of Oranjestad Investors Group Marks New Era for Downtown Investment
In the presence of Prime Minister Mike Eman and Minister of Finance, Economic Affairs and Primary Sector Geoffrey Wever, the Oranjestad Investors Group (OIG) officially launched its revitalization initiative with an inspiring kick-off session. The event marked an important step toward breathing new life into the heart of Aruba’s capital by combining the historical charm […]
EU-LAC Digital Accelerator: Connecting Solutions Across Continents
The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator is an ambitious international initiative aimed at strengthening collaboration between Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Coordinated by Expertise France and funded by the European Union, the program creates real opportunities for businesses and solution providers in Aruba to engage in global partnerships focused on digital innovation and sustainable development. Through […]
Aruba Strengthens Regional Partnerships at DCALFA Conference to Advance Food Security and Agricultural Innovation
Aruba participated in the second annual Dutch Caribbean Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries Alliance (DCALFA) conference held in Bonaire. This important regional gathering brought together officials and experts from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Maarten, and the Netherlands to explore opportunities for sustainable agriculture, food security, and cross-island collaboration. Representing Aruba was Minister of [...]
Aruba Sets the Stage for Sustainable Growth with the Agri-Innovation Park
Aruba is taking bold steps toward building a more resilient and sustainable economy with the development of its Agri-Innovation Park (AIP), a state-of-the-art hub for commercial agriculture, knowledge-sharing, and innovation. This initiative is part of the country's broader strategy to diversify its economy, enhance food security, and unlock new investment opportunities. A Strategic Shift Toward [...]
Revitalizing San Nicolas: A New Era of Investment and Growth in Aruba’s Sunrise City
San Nicolas, known as Aruba’s “Sunrise City,” is undergoing a major transformation. The recently launched San Nicolas Downtown Revitalization Project marks a bold step forward in unlocking the economic potential of this culturally rich and strategically located district on the island’s southern coast. Phase 1: A New Gateway to the City The revitalization officially began [...]
Aruba Leads the Caribbean in Regional Trade Expansion at Agroalimentaria 2025
Aruba marked a major milestone in regional trade development with its strong participation in Agroalimentaria 2025, one of the Caribbean’s most important agri-food trade fairs. The Aruban delegation, composed of 30 local entrepreneurs, was not only the largest present but also achieved the highest total value in prospective trade deals—amounting to an impressive USD 98.6 [...]
Revitalizing Oranjestad: A Joint Effort to Unlock Investment Potential
On May 5, 2025, Aruba’s Minister of Economic Affairs, Finance, and Primary Sector, Geoffrey Wever, hosted a high-level meeting with Jan Bruijn, President of the Dutch Senate (Eerste Kamer), and Martin Bosma, President of the Dutch House of Representatives (Tweede Kamer). The focus was the revitalization of Oranjestad’s historic center—an initiative aimed at creating new [...]
