Persistence in (Tax) Litigation Pays Off
Congratulations are in order for Bucuti Beach Hotel, Grant Thornton, and the Aruba Hotel and Tourism Association (AHATA) following the recent tax court ruling in favor of Bucuti. The September…
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THE POTUS MEMORANDUM AND THE COMPLIANCE RIPPEL EFFECT FOR ARUBA
The Impact on Venezuelan Investments in Aruba Aruba has historically been an attractive destination for Venezuelans, particularly those looking to invest in real estate and business ventures. With Venezuela now…
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Political Shakeup and Campaign Finance
The Mating Dance This week saw a significant political development as the Prime Minister tendered the resignation of her entire cabinet. This dramatic move comes after a few days of…
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Aruba Taxi Reform: Essential Fixes and the 2024 Ministerial Decree
In my previous articles, I explored the ongoing turmoil within Aruba’s taxi industry, from the disruptive protests that erupted in response to the Minister of Transport’s decrees to the deeper…
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Constitutional Amendments for a Referendum?
This week, a few senators – certainly not the sharpest pencils in the box – introduced a draft bill to amend the constitution, seemingly driven by dissatisfaction from certain religious…
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Taxi Industry Reforms in Aruba
In last week’s column, we delved into the chaotic taxi protests that rocked Aruba. In response to the Minister of Transport’s new decrees, taxi drivers engaged in disruptive demonstrations that…
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TAXI PROTESTS IN ARUBA: TAXI’S GONE WILD:
A Brewing Storm In February I, Lincoln Gomez, published a column with the title Ride-Sharing Services In Aruba? and I addressed the fact that by law all taxi’s are required…
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Venezuela’s Election Aftermath: Uncertainty and Implications for Aruba
By Lincoln D Gomez July 30th, 2024 Explore the impact of the 2024 Venezuela election on Aruba’s economy, migration, and diplomatic relations. Discover the implications of the disputed election results. Introduction:…
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Venezuela’s July 28th, 2024 Election: Ramifications for Aruba?
A look down to the South of Us As I write my next column, Venezuela’s voting stations are open. Today, Venezuela will decide if the incumbent President Maduro will remain…
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Unveiling Aruba’s Technological Odyssey: Becoming “one AI Island”
A technological awakening is on the horizon in the sun-soaked paradise of Aruba, where azure waters meet sugar-white sands. Despite lagging in the fast-paced realm of technology and making meager…
