Introducing Condominium Solo 1: A Prominent Development in the Main Street of Oranjestad
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming development of Condominium Solo 1, an attractive condominium project in the heart of Oranjestad. This remarkable project is a pivotal element in the city's revitalization efforts, as it aligns with the government's vision of transforming the city into a bustling center of residential and culinary excellence. The involvement [...]
IMF: Aruba on the path to recovery
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) team recently had an official staff visit (‘mission’) to Aruba. They met with local authorities to analyze Aruba’s financial position. The mission issued the following statement, summarizing key conclusions and recommendations. Aruba experienced a strong bounce back from the pandemic: Aruba’s economy bounced back strongly from the pandemic, with real […]
The ‘Aruba Office’ is now open for business at Holland House Colombia
On May 24, 2023, Minister Geoffrey Wever officially inaugurated the ‘Aruba Office’ at Holland House Colombia in the presence of the Dutch Ambassador, Mr. Ernst Noorman, the Director of Holland House Colombia, Mr. Jan-Willem van Bokhoven, the President of the Chamber of Commerce Aruba, Mr. Gavril Mansur, the Director of the Department of Economic Affairs, [...]
Prosperity for the city of San Nicolas
Studies have shown that cities connected to the sea experience economic and touristic benefits. However, this is not the case for the center of San Nicolas in its current state. By coupling San Nicolas with the Caribbean Sea, investors can look forward to capitalizing on new business opportunities while simultaneously inducing a positive shift in [...]
Aruba and Sint Maarten signed an agreement on sustainable energy cooperation with the Netherlands
The Netherlands strengthens collaboration with Aruba and Sint Maarten in the field of renewable energy. The three countries signed an MoU during the first Caribbean Climate and Energy Conference (CCEC) in Aruba from May 10 to 12. During the conference, the Netherlands signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aruba and Sint Maarten, which will […]
A new economic model based on a sustainable and inclusive economy
The Minister of Economic Affairs, Communication, and Sustainable Development, Mr. Geoffrey B. Wever emphasized the need to make new decisions concerning the economic development of Aruba to improve the quality of life of its inhabitants and future generations. He underlined the significance of taking sustainable development thinking into the decision-making process in the recently published […]
‘Agri-Loan’ at a reduced interest rate at Qredits Aruba
The Government of Aruba signed an MoU with Qredits Aruba to stimulate the agriculture sector in Aruba. This agreement entails a three-million-florin fund where local companies in this sector can get an ‘Agri-Loan’ at a reduced interest rate. Through this loan, Qredits gives you financial resources to start or grow your agricultural business by: • […]
The first step towards international awareness
We recently launched ARINA at a business networking event held at Fort Zoutman by the Minister of Economic Affairs, Communication, and Sustainable Development, Mr. Geoffrey Wever. This website includes up-to-date information about investment opportunities on the island. Investors can visit for information about the many business opportunities in Aruba’s Promising Sectors and get in-depth knowledge [...]
Launch of the UBO Register in Aruba
On July 7th this year, the Parliament of Aruba adopted the draft National Ordinance which amends the Trade Register Ordinance and the National Ordinance for the Prevention and Combating of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT State Ordinance). The amendment necessitates the mandatory registration of beneficial owner(s) of enterprises, legal entities, or trusts with the […]
Aruba launched the Aruba Fair Trade Authority
On September 15, 2022, the Minister of Economic Affairs, Communications, and Sustainable Development, Mr. Geoffrey Wever, launched the implementation of the Aruba Fair Trade Authority (AFTA). The Aruba Fair Trade Authority is a legal entity with the main task of creating fair competition and is in charge of implementing and supervising competition laws. The unrestricted […]
