Eman backs national dialogue on Aruba's future

ORANJESTAD — Prime Minister Mike Eman has expressed support for a new model of democratic dialogue aimed at involving citizens, young people, businesses, trade unions and civil society organizations in shaping Aruba's future.

During a meeting on Monday, November 9, Eman discussed the initiative with Milton Ponson of the Rainbow Warriors Core Foundation and Mildred Hofkes, an independent consultant specializing in long-term governance and stakeholder engagement.

Eman welcomed Hofkes' proposed approach, declaring: "As Aruba, we're going for it!"

In the coming period, Ponson and Hofkes will engage representatives from tourism, commerce, UNESCO, trade unions, youth groups and civil society to explore more structured public participation in policymaking.

The initiative will focus on tourism, quality of life, social justice, environmental protection and economic development, with the broader objective of strengthening Aruba's democracy and long-term governance.