• info.minfeps@arubagovernment.aw,
  • +297 528 4900
  • L.G. Smith Blvd. 76, Oranjestad, Aruba
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mr. Geoffrey Wever

Minister of Finance, Economic Affairs and the Primary Sector

  • Appointed: January 2025
  • Term: 2025-2029

Biography

Dynamic professional specialized in tax and notarial law, I have journeyed from a tax advisor and lawyer to my current role as Aruba’s Minister of Economic Affairs, Communication, and Sustainable Development. As a proud father of two, I balance my professional life by spending time with my children and running as a
hobby.

Education

  • Faculty of Law - Master’s Degree Tax Law
  • Faculty of Law - Master’s Degree Notarial Law
  • VWO (Pre-University Education)

Ministries & Departments

Minister of Finance

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Ministry Economic Affairs

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Primary Sector Department

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Current Projects

Early Childhood Education Reform

Comprehensive reform of early childhood education standards, including curriculum updates, facility improvements, and introduction of universal pre-kindergarten programs across all states.
Strated

STEM Education Expansion Program

nitiative to strengthen science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education through lab modernization, equipment grants, and specialized teacher recruitment in underserved regions.
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National Digital Literacy Initiative

Comprehensive program to enhance digital skills across all education levels, including teacher training, curriculum development, and infrastructure upgrades in 5,000+ schools nationwide.
In progress

Laws & Legislation

Education Modernization Act of 2024

Comprehensive legislation modernizing educational standards and introducing digital literacy requirements across all grade levels.

  • Bill No: HB-2025-142
  • Enacted: February 15, 2025
  • Effective: September 1, 2025

Higher Education Accessibility Amendment

Legislation to strengthen protection of student data and establish guidelines for educational technology vendors.

  • Bill No: HB-2025-189
  • Proposed: April 2, 2025
  • Status: Committee Review

Research Funding and Innovation Act

Reform of higher education funding mechanisms to improve accessibility and reduce student debt burden.

  • Bill No: HB-2024-327
  • Enacted: December 10, 2024
  • Effective: January 1, 2025

Important Documents

Education Sector Review 2024

Comprehensive overview of education sector performance

  • PDF • 8.4 MB
  • Jan 15, 2025
Download

Digital Transformation Strategy

Five-year strategic roadmap for education ministry

  • PDF • 5.2 MB
  • Feb 1, 2025
Download

National Education Statistics

Detailed breakdown of ministry budget allocation

  • XLSX • 2.1 MB
  • Jan 10, 2025
Download

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