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KvK believes that changes
to preserve our economic
pillar need to take place
CHAMBER of Commerce and Industry Aruba (KvK) situation in the Aruban hotel sector and the discussions visitors. A surplus of all inclusive rooms will harm
on the all inclusive hotels matter. other investors on our island that offer services to our
has been keeping track of the discussions on the all It is extremely logical of the investors to want to protect island’s visitors.
inclusive topic and the potential impact it would have their valuable investments and to wish for more flex- According to KvK the Aruban Government needs to
on the island. ibility to manage their business the best way possible. have the right tools to lead our economy in the right
The tourist industry all around the world has gone direction, a direction that will benefit our country.
through many changes the last few decades. These However the tourist sector is much bigger than just
changes are happening fast and can be clearly seen in hotels. This includes law changes that will allow the govern-
the cruise ships sector, hotel sector and air transport Those that have invested in restaurants, nightclubs, ment to manage this dynamic industry that has under-
sector. bars, retail stores, commercial centre’s, entertainment gone many changes lately.
centre’s and transportation companies are also affected
Considering the importance of the tourist sector in by developments that take place in the tourist sector. The Aruban Government simply cannot expect to
our economy and the benefits it offers our people it is Therefore their interests must also be taken into ac- manage 21st century industry with 20th century laws.
extremely important that our Government take this count by the authorities involved. KvK believes that changes need to be introduced during
industry in the direction that is most beneficial to our the stakeholders’ dialogue so we can be able to create
country. KvK believes that we need to maintain a healthy bal- a sustainable future that will preserve our economic
KvK is aware and understands the concerns voiced by ance in the types of accommodation that we offer our pillar for future generation.
hotel managers and operators regarding the current
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