Gibraltar’s Aircraft Registry Will Rock
In previous articles, I wrote about Gibraltar’s entry into the aircraft registry world and why I believed the Rock possessed many of the ingredients necessary to become a serious player…
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I Told Him to Stop Building in Private. He Did.
Every serious builder reaches a moment when preparation ends, and proof begins. For Riangelo de Cuba and Fluxion, that moment arrived this week, in the form of a global leaderboard…
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The Young Kid at the Registration Desk
The story of a great lawyer. Lawyers meet many people during their careers. Clients, colleagues, adversaries, judges. But every now and then, someone walks into your life whose professional journey…
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The Last Flame: Lago, Memory, and the End of an Era
A Book That Sparked More Than Memory In 2008, Dr. Jorge R. Ridderstaat published The Lago Story, a powerful, underappreciated account of Aruba’s most important industrial institution. I picked up…
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Advocating for Inclusivity: Aruba’s Labor Laws in English and Spanish
Recently, I’ve found myself immersed in a flurry of enriching activities that have left little room for idle moments. Despite the bustling schedule, my commitment to delivering insightful weekly LEGAL…
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Byron Lesire: A Beacon of Inclusion, Perseverance, and Advocacy
Often, I am approached by folks with legal questions, whether at the grocery store, in a parking lot, or at a restaurant. It usually starts with: “I know this is…
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The Deafening Silence: Chamber of Commerce’s Non-Response to Legal Concerns
Introduction Public trust in institutions is foundational to a functioning democracy. When these institutions, especially those like the Chamber of Commerce (Chamber), fail to uphold transparency and legal standards, it…
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Paying the Price: Are Chamber of Commerce Fees Crossing Legal Lines?
Public institutions play a vital role in society, ensuring law enforcement and citizen rights protection. However, when they deviate from legal frameworks, public trust is compromised. The case of Chamber of Commerce (KvK) charging unjust fees exemplifies this. The KvK must restore compliance, refund unjust fees, and take long-term measures to prevent future issues, ensuring legal integrity and public trust.
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Questions to the Chamber of Commerce Regarding: Online Access Fees for the Trade Registry & Past Charges
According to article 19 of the Handelsregisterbesluit AB 1989 no. GT 87 and its subsequent amendments) (“Decree”), the specific fees mentioned pertain to the issuance of certified copies, extracts, and…
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Aruba’s Fiscal Challenges Continue: A Dutch Helping Hand Amidst Rising Concerns & Interest
As Aruba navigates the complexities of the global financial landscape, recent developments have brought to light both the strengths and vulnerabilities within our fiscal management. In October of last year…
