An Aruba minimum wage increase should be supported by careful research and a sound evidential basis, MEP parliamentarian Edgard Vrolijk said in an October 19 report by 24ora.
A lasting decision is the stated aim
Vrolijk urged caution and concrete studies in deciding whether and how to raise the minimum wage. His comments came amid public and political debate about wages and the minimum income needed for basic living costs.
Debate extends beyond political circles
Vrolijk said the issue is being discussed across the community, with arguments both for and against an increase. The available report presents his position; it does not announce an agreed wage adjustment, a commissioned study or a timetable.
Source: 24ora original report.
