Prime Minister of Aruba facts for kids
The Prime Minister of Aruba is like the main leader of the government in Aruba. They work with a group of other ministers, called the Council of Ministers. Together, they make important decisions and run the country. Think of them as the team that manages Aruba's daily operations and future plans.
Who Leads Aruba?
The Prime Minister is the head of the executive branch. This means they are in charge of putting laws into action and making sure the government works smoothly. They are a very important person in Aruba's political system.
Past and Present Prime Ministers
Aruba has had several Prime Ministers since it became a separate country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands in 1986. Here is a list of the people who have held this important role:
| No. | Picture | Name | Time in Office | Political Party | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | .jpg) |
Henny Eman | 1 January 1986 | 9 February 1989 | AVP | |
| 2 | .jpg) |
Nelson Oduber | 9 February 1989 | 1 September 1994 | MEP | |
| (1) | |
Henny Eman | 1 September 1994 | 30 October 2001 | AVP | |
| (2) | |
Nelson Oduber | 30 October 2001 | 30 October 2009 | MEP | |
| 3 |  |
Mike Eman | 30 October 2009 | 17 November 2017 | AVP | |
| 4 |  |
Evelyn Wever-Croes | 17 November 2017 | 28 March 2025 | MEP | |
| (3) | |
Mike Eman | 28 March 2025 | Current Prime Minister | AVP | |
See also
In Spanish: Primer ministro de Aruba para niños
