Aruba Birdlife Conservation court fight: The ABC dispute with government over protected nature has shifted into a wider debate about democracy and enforcement, after officials met with ABC to seek common ground while keeping conservation and tourism/recreation in balance. Waste Management push: Justice Minister Arthur Dowers launched a Waste Management Task Force to tackle illegal dumping, recycling and organic waste, and long-term financing for a structural fix. Tourism strategy with limits: Aruba Tourism Authority plans to slow stay-over growth to about 1.4% in 2027, focusing on higher-spending visitors and quality of life as tourism pressure mounts. Nature, UTV/ATV dialogue: The UTV/ATV sector welcomed a signed dialogue protocol with tour operators, saying shared responsibility and education can help protect natural areas while keeping activities running. Regional climate action: PARLATINO meetings in Santo Domingo put climate policy and the record 2026 sargassum crisis on the agenda, with calls for coordinated Caribbean solutions. Regenerative tourism win: Bucuti & Tara received a Silver ICRT award for Regenerative Tourism, highlighting restoration, community investment and guest participation. Wildlife awareness: A new children’s book, “What About Me Now? (Y ami awo?)”, introduces Aruba’s protected species through a dove’s search for a new home.