arliamentarian Jennifer Arends-Reyes shared her perspective in an interview with Matutino DIARIO regarding the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s positive view of Aruba’s progress toward prosperity and well-being.
According to Arends-Reyes, the IMF recognized Aruba’s ongoing efforts to diversify its economy in promising sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, the circular economy, and the creative economy. She emphasized that these sectors are both necessary and forward-looking, given the global challenges posed by climate change and other risks that small island states like Aruba face.
She stressed the importance of ensuring food security and avoiding dependence on a single economic pillar, while acknowledging that tourism remains a strong and vital sector for the island.
“The IMF’s support is a clear sign that Aruba is moving in the right direction—toward innovation, resilience, and opportunity for our people,” she said. “It also recognizes the government’s focus on social spending, including pension increases, redistribution of aid, and support for vulnerable groups.”
Arends-Reyes highlighted the Aruba Development Fund (FDA) as a model of transparency and efficiency in managing resources. She added that the IMF recommended implementing a similar model through a Public Investment Fund to further strengthen accountability and social impact.
In conclusion, Arends-Reyes noted that the IMF’s validation reinforces Aruba’s ongoing efforts to achieve a fair, sustainable, and inclusive economic model.
“For us, the AVP faction, the direction is clear: a strong and diversified Aruba, where citizens truly experience the benefits in their daily lives,” she concluded.
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