Tourism & Hospitality Training: Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) and the Aruba Excellence Foundation renewed their partnership to expand the Aruba Certification Program, updating content and adding more in-person and digital training for service excellence. Local Business & Skills: The IDEA unit (under the Ministry of Finance, Economic Affairs and Primary Sector) is rolling out free “Young Entrepreneurship” workshops for ages 18–35, covering practical AI use for business and building business connections. Primary Sector Under Pressure: Santa Rosa urged farmers, livestock owners and fishermen to prepare for extreme heat and drought, including smarter irrigation timing, mulching, and crop protection steps. Food & Beverage Workforce Data: The Aruba Food & Beverage Association launched a 2026 labor force and carrying capacity survey to map staffing shortages, training needs and tourism pressure across the sector. Energy Cost Scrutiny: In Sint Maarten budget debate, MP Omar Ottley questioned why electricity bills appear far lower in Aruba than at home, pointing to fuel purchasing and asking for GEBE findings. Regional Connectivity Push: EllaLink advanced its Caribbean Gateway into the development phase, with a western segment reaching Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire and a target service date of end-2029. Construction Milestone: YOO ARUBA certified completion of Phase 2 foundation works and set a revised price schedule effective December 1, 2026. Industry Culture & Events: Savaneta’s second Seafood Festival returns this Sunday, spotlighting local fishermen, producers and entrepreneurs.