Suriname

  • Photo of Conflicts should primarily be resolved through dialogue– Suriname’s President tells UN 80th UNGA General Assembly Debate

    Conflicts should primarily be resolved through dialogue– Suriname’s President tells UN 80th UNGA General Assembly Debate

    (Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – In her inaugural address to the General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, the newly elected President of Suriname, Her Excellency Dr. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, called for peace, dialogue, and reform of the global multilateral system.She juxtaposed the United Nations’ historic role in ending injustices such as…

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  • Photo of CARICOM Secretary-General congratulates Suriname’s first female President

    CARICOM Secretary-General congratulates Suriname’s first female President

    The Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. Carla Barnett has extended heartfelt congratulations to Her Excellency Dr. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons on her election as the President of Suriname. In her message Dr. Barnett described the election outcome as a testament to the trust and confidence the people of Suriname have placed in the leadership of Dr. Geerlings-Simons. “We particularly note…

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  • Photo of Young women engage CARICOM officials as part of “Diplomat for a Day” initiative

    Young women engage CARICOM officials as part of “Diplomat for a Day” initiative

    (Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown) – A group of young women who played the role of diplomats in commemoration of the International Day of Women in Diplomacy on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, were welcomed for a courtesy call to the CARICOM Secretariat Headquarters in Georgetown, Guyana.  General Counsel Lisa Shoman received the group, who was accompanied by high…

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  • Photo of Preliminary Statement | CARICOM Election Observation Mission to the 2025 General Elections in the Republic of Suriname

    Preliminary Statement | CARICOM Election Observation Mission to the 2025 General Elections in the Republic of Suriname

    Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have committed to supporting Member States, on their request, by providing an independent, impartial and honest assessment of the preparations for, and conduct of General Elections. In this context, the Government of Suriname invited the Caribbean Community to deploy a CARICOM Election Observation Mission (CEOM) to observe the General Elections on 25 May 2025. In response to the invitation, the CARICOM…

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  • Photo of CARICOM congratulates Suriname on the 49th Anniversary of Independence

    CARICOM congratulates Suriname on the 49th Anniversary of Independence

    (CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Monday, 24 November 2024) – Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General has commended Suriname’s commitment to sustainable development, its vibrant cultural tapestry and role in CARICOM, as the Member State celebrates its 49th Anniversary of Independence. In a message to the President of Suriname, His Excellency Chandrikapersad Santokhi ahead of the country’s independence anniversary on…

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  • Photo of Suriname, CARICOM Development Fund sign Agreements for Sustainable Energy Development

    Suriname, CARICOM Development Fund sign Agreements for Sustainable Energy Development

    The Republic of Suriname and the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) signed two important financing agreements in Washington DC in the margins of the World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings. The agreements strengthen efforts to improve energy access and living standards in the interior of Suriname. Loan Agreement for Sustainable Electricity Supply In a press release, the CDF said the first Agreement is…

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  • Photo of Happy Independence Anniversary Suriname – CARICOM

    Happy Independence Anniversary Suriname – CARICOM

    The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has congratulated the Republic of Suriname on its Forty-Eighth Anniversary of Independence which it celebrates on 25 November 2023. CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett sent the following congratulatory message to the President of Suriname His Excellency Chandrikapersad Santokhi: “Your Excellency: I am pleased to extend warmest congratulations to the Government and People of the Republic of…

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  • Photo of CARICOM STATEMENT OF CONDOLENCE TO SURINAME

    CARICOM STATEMENT OF CONDOLENCE TO SURINAME

    CARICOM Heads of Government note with deep sadness the death of at least 14 gold miners in a tunnel collapse in our Member State, Suriname, on Monday 20 November. We offer our heartfelt condolences to the families and all who are affected by this horrifying event. CARICOM stands ready to provide any support needed to the  rescue and recovery operation.…

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  • Photo of CARICOM Statement on the situation in Suriname

    CARICOM Statement on the situation in Suriname

    CARICOM Heads of Government received a report from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation of Suriname on the ongoing disturbances in that country. CARICOM reaffirms its support for the democratically elected Government of Suriname under the leadership of President Chandrikapersad Santokhi. The Heads of Government took note of the unfolding situation in Suriname and strongly condemned…

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  • Photo of End of Year Statement by the  Outgoing Chairman of the Caribbean Community  (CARICOM) His Excellency  Chandrikapersad Santokhi, President of the Republic of Suriname

    End of Year Statement by the Outgoing Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) His Excellency Chandrikapersad Santokhi, President of the Republic of Suriname

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