The negotiations between AVP and Futuro, which took place today in an attempt to form a coalition government, came to nothing. Despite earlier signs of mutual willingness to work together, the meeting revealed that the parties could not reach agreement on crucial issues.
According to a statement from Futuro, they recently met with informateur Tisa LaSorte. These talks are part of the official process to gauge the parties' views and explore options for a government. The informateur is currently completing her round of consultations and will make recommendations to the Governor of Aruba.
Futuro stresses that today's meeting with AVP was the first official meeting accompanied by the informateur. However, it is important to note that Futuro has not yet signed a letter of intent to enter into formal negotiations with AVP. The party remains committed to a new way of governing the country of Aruba.
The Governor of Aruba, His Excellency Alfonso Boekhoudt, today published a letter expressing his concerns about the stagnating formation and the division among the political parties. In the letter he calls for a constructive attitude and stresses the importance of stability and cooperation for the interest of the country. The Governor urges the parties to use the coming days to explore alternatives and reach a workable solution.
It is now up to the informateur, Ms. Tisa LaSorte, to determine how to proceed. It is possible that other coalition options will be explored, or that pressure will be stepped up on AVP and Futuro to reconvene. A new report from the informateur is expected after Christmas, in which she will provide more clarity on next steps.
The deadlock in the formation increases uncertainty about the composition of the new government, while important policy issues await resolution.
