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Last update: 11 hours agoSuriname-Venezuela Diplomacy: Suriname’s Foreign Minister Melvin Bouva wrapped up a high-level Caracas work agenda with Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez and Yván Gil, aiming to turn talks into concrete agreements across energy, fisheries, agriculture, tourism, and transport, including plans for air connectivity between Caracas–Paramaribo and Porlamar–Paramaribo. Guyana-Suriname Regional Push: In parallel, Guyana and Suriname leaders advanced cooperation on the Corentyne River—including the Corentyne River Bridge, fisheries, and trade—agreeing to a three-month framework to finalize key items. Climate Resilience Funding: The Caribbean Development Bank secured EU-backed support for Suriname’s flood early warning systems (Strengthening Flood Early Warning Systems in Suriname), targeting faster, clearer warnings for flood-prone communities. Diaspora Policy Signal: India’s PM Modi extended OCI benefits for Surinamese-Hindustani families from the 4th to the 6th generation, reinforcing cultural ties that date back to indentured migration. Business Finance Spotlight: CIBC Caribbean reported record-setting 2025 financing across the region, including a major US$1.6bn syndicated deal tied to Staatsolie.
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