Suriname Energy Push: Suriname’s Oil, Gas and Environment Minister Patrick Brunings says the country is pitching its offshore gas as an “energy safe haven” alternative amid Strait of Hormuz disruption, seeking U.S. and global investors after talks with the U.S. State Department in March. Regional Trade Finance: The IDB Invest and CDB signed a US$25m guarantee deal to expand trade financing across Caribbean markets, aiming to unlock more support for cross-border goods and services. Payments Modernization: Suriname introduced a faster inter-bank payment system, a move aimed at improving transaction speed for businesses and consumers. Oil & Gas Outlook: A new report highlights Suriname’s growing offshore readiness, with about half the basin licensed and modern 3D data, and points to first offshore production in 2026–2029. China Cooperation: Suriname and China are set to deepen collaboration on infrastructure, green development, the digital economy and AI as large-scale oil and gas development ramps up. Business Expansion via Mining: Miata Metals closed its TSX Venture listing, positioning its Suriname gold exploration portfolio for further drilling and growth. Aviation Watch: The EU updated its Air Safety List, banning airlines including Suriname carriers, affecting access to EU skies. Caribbean Clean Energy for Fisheries: CRFM is scaling clean energy interventions under the STAR-Fish project, with Suriname among participating countries to boost resilience and competitiveness in fisheries and aquaculture.