The Government of Aruba held an extraordinary press conference on Thursday afternoon at the Bestuurskantoor, where Prime Minister Mike Eman provided important updates regarding the current situation affecting regional airspace and maritime security.
Prime Minister Eman stated that the government has been in continuous contact with various stakeholders, agencies, and institutions to ensure the safety of Aruba’s airspace and surrounding maritime zones. These efforts aim to safeguard aerial and maritime corridors, allowing commercial air and sea traffic to continue without disruption.
According to the Prime Minister, there has been an intensification of military exercises in the region, a development that has also raised concerns within the local community. In response, Aruba has engaged in diplomatic communication, including contact with the United States Consul in Curaçao, to address public concerns.
As part of these discussions, Aruba urged U.S. authorities—through diplomatic channels—to ensure that aircraft operating in the region keep their transponders activated while flying through local airspace. This request has reportedly been acknowledged and respected.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the Aruban government remains in close and ongoing coordination with partners within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the United States, and local authorities including:
- Directie Luchtvaart Aruba (DLA)
- Directie Scheepvaart Aruba (DSA)
- Directie Buitenlandse Betrekkingen (DBB)
- Veiligheidsdienst Aruba (VDA)
These coordinated efforts are intended to ensure that commercial air and maritime traffic can continue safely and efficiently, despite heightened regional activity.
Prime Minister Eman concluded by reaffirming that regional security remains a fundamental priority for Aruba, and that the government will continue to act proactively to protect national interests and public safety.
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