Suriname
-
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
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.…
Read More » -
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…
Read More » -
-
End of Year Statement by the Outgoing Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) His Excellency Chandrikapersad Santohi, President of the Republic of Suriname
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM), took significant steps in the past year, as we prepare to celebrate the 50th Anniversary, of the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas.As we continue to pursue measures to advance our integration movement, in the interests of improving the lives of our citizens, a very important decision was taken to amend the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas,…
Read More » -
CARICOM congratulates Suriname on 47th Independence Anniversary
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) joins the people and government of the Republic of Suriname in celebrating the Forty-Seventh Anniversary of Independence that is being observed on 25 November 2022. In a congratulatory message, Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, commended the progress the country has made since Independence, pointing out that it exemplifies a “spirit of determination and a commitment to strive for growth…
Read More »