AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoVenezuela Debt Workout: Venezuela’s sovereign debt “perimeter” talks are gaining momentum, with estimates now pointing to roughly $229–$240 billion—raising fresh governance concerns as creditors organize without an IMF-anchored framework. Suriname Oil-Boom Readiness (Fintech): A new look at Suriname’s fintech ecosystem argues the country has about two years to modernize payments and financial access ahead of the offshore oil ramp-up, after years of inflation, currency depreciation, and uneven banking. Suriname Wanted Notice: Surinamese prosecutors issued a wanted notice for Ryan T. over the disappearance of Dutch entrepreneur Rodney Leysner, with police still searching and fearing the worst. Gold Mining Controls: Police seized more than two tonnes of cyanide in Coronie, suspected to have been illegally brought in from Guyana, with investigations focused on permits, origin, and destination. Guyana–Suriname Ferry Update: The M.V. Canawaima ferry resumed after regulatory clearance, easing disruption for passengers, traders, and freight—though the broader border and vessel replacement issues remain. Regional Shipping/Industry: Curaçao’s Damen shiprepair is exploring “afloat jobs” and a €100m+ CAPEX 2.0 plan to capture maintenance demand from the Guyana–Suriname offshore boom.
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