MEP demands parliamentary debate on HOFA after ten requests

ORANJESTAD — Aruba's opposition party MEP is demanding that the President of Parliament convene a public meeting to discuss the proposed HOFA Kingdom Act, which concerns Aruba's autonomy and financial future. According to MEP, ten requests submitted since March 2026 have yet to result in a parliamentary debate.

The party submitted its first request on March 20 and its tenth reminder on November 5.

MEP argues that Parliament's Rules of Procedure require the President to convene a meeting whenever at least three members request one. The party maintains that the President has no discretion to continue refusing such a request.

According to MEP, a visiting committee from the Dutch Parliament also emphasized in October that the HOFA debate should take place in Aruba, given its significance for the island's autonomy and financial governance.

MEP is urging the President of Parliament to schedule the meeting without further delay. A copy of its letter has been forwarded to the Governor of Aruba.