Aviation Tech: SITA’s Impact Report 2025 says airlines and airports can handle passenger growth toward 10 billion a year by 2050 mainly through software, AI, and biometrics—avoiding big infrastructure expansions. Local Border Processing: The report points to Aruba’s pre-cleared arrivals, where eligible passengers can complete arrival processing in as little as eight seconds using digital travel credentials plus biometric checks. Public Accountability in Aruba Politics: PPA faction leader Eduard Pieters criticized the government for postponing a Public Meeting of Parliament at the last minute without explanation, arguing Parliament must oversee how the Tourism Product Enhancement Fund is managed. Healthcare Focus: MP Hendrik Tevreden says Aruba needs a clear National Health Care Plan and long-term goals, not piecemeal decisions driven by shortages and costs. Digital Connectivity in the Region: WEI announced WEI Connect, a managed enterprise internet option powered by Starlink, aimed at getting resilient connectivity online in hours. Culture & Archives: Aruba’s National Archives shared how its digital platform Coleccion Aruba and AI tools help people search colonial records and uncover family histories. Emancipation Day: Aruba marked July 1 as a national day commemorating slavery, with government remarks and cultural performances.