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Suriname seeks closer cultural, trade and tourism ties with Ghana – Ambassador
The Surinamese Ambassador to Ghana, Fidelia Graand-Galon, has reaffirmed her country’s commitment to strengthening relations with Ghana in the areas of culture, tourism and trade, for the mutual benefit of their peoples. She gave the assurance at...

Mapped: Countries With the Highest Share of International Migrants
Countries With Highest Proportion of International Migrants This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. The number of...

Full list of the countries where rabies is 'high risk' after UK tourist dies
A woman has tragically died in the UK after becoming infected with rabies in Morocco. She is said to have contracted the fatal viral disease while coming into contact with a stray dog during a visit to Morocco, the UK Health and Security Agency...

Bribery scandal casts shadow over Suriname government formation
Former Suriname President Chan Santokhi seen here addressing the audience after receiving the presidential sash from outgoing President Desi Bouterse, in Paramaribo, Suriname July 16, 2020. REUTERS / Ranu Abhelakh, file An interesting situation is...

T&T company Maraj Air Conditioning to enter local market next month
Trinidad and Tobago company, Maraj Air Conditioning Limited, soft-launched its entry into the local market on Wednesday evening. The company joined over 27 others from Guyana, Suriname, and the twin islands for the closing reception of the...

Trinis in Israel warned: Stay close to shelters
News Jada Loutoo 2 Hrs Ago Itai Bardov, Israel's-non-resident ambassador to Barbados, Guyana, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago and Caricom. - Israel’s non-resident ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago and Caricom Itai Bardov has urged foreign nationals...

Trinidad air conditioning company in soft launch here
The reception last night The Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC) last evening hosted a reception at the Pegasus Hotel to mark the arrival of the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) Trade Mission to Guyana. The occasion...

Guyanese subsea oil and gas company launched
-focusing on remotely operated vehicles, diving services The Guyanese owned subsea oil and gas support training services company, Orinduik Marine Services (OMS) was yesterday launched as President Irfaan Ali underscored that with continued similar...

LuLu Hypermarket Shuts Down CapSquare KL Outlet; Officially Exiting Malaysian Retail Market
If you haven’t noticed, LuLu Hypermarket has been closing down its Malaysian stores lately. These recent closures are because the company is officially exiting the country’s retail market According to news reports, LuLu Group is shutting down its...
Regional Banks Urged to Prepare for Disruption and Boost Cooperation as Cyber Threats Mount
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—As cyber threats escalate to unprecedented levels globally, the 30th Annual Conference of Regional Central Banks Information Systems Specialists convened leading experts from across the Caribbean to...

Pesticide linked to suicides drives push for tighter controls in Suriname
Paraquat, a widely available herbicide, is fueling one of the world’s highest suicide rates in Suriname, where efforts to regulate the chemical face steep logistical and political challenges. Ted Alcorn reports for The New York Times. In short:...

TTMA launches trade mission to Guyana, Suriname
THE Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) yesterday officially launched its trade mission to Guyana and Suriname. Led by TTMA president Dale Parson, the mission includes a delegation of 32 companies and 50 participants representing...

Highlights and goals El Salvador 1-1 Suriname in World Cup Qualifiers 2026
3:08 AM3 hours agoEl Salvador vs Suriname statistics Shots: 9 vs 5 Shots on goal: 3 vs 1 Possession: 33% vs 67% Passes: 223 vs 474 Passing accuracy: 75% vs 85% Fouls: 20 vs 10 Yellow cards: 3 vs 4 Red cards: 0 vs 0 Offside: 1 vs 0 Corner kicks: 3...

A woman’s burden? A historic change in Suriname’s presidency
“You will work hard.” That was the promise former medical doctor Jennifer Geerlings-Simons made during her presidential election campaign. It was a phrase equal parts warning and invitation, and now, Suriname, the Dutch-speaking Caribbean nation...

Highlights and goals El Salvador 1-1 Suriname in World Cup Qualifiers 2026
3:08 AM9 hours agoEl Salvador vs Suriname statistics Shots: 9 vs 5 Shots on goal: 3 vs 1 Possession: 33% vs 67% Passes: 223 vs 474 Passing accuracy: 75% vs 85% Fouls: 20 vs 10 Yellow cards: 3 vs 4 Red cards: 0 vs 0 Offside: 1 vs 0 Corner kicks: 3...

TT trade mission to explore opportunities in Guyana, Suriname
The Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC) has announced the arrival of the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) Trade Mission delegation to Guyana this evening, marking the official start of the Guyana leg of this landmark...

Over 27 companies part of Suriname, Guyana & Trinidad trilateral mission
More than 27 companies from Suriname, Trinidad and Guyana are participating in a trilateral trade mission expected to provide opportunities for stronger relations and business ventures. The Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC), in...

Television and radio – June 18, 2025
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T&T trade mission arrives for over 150 back-to-back meetings in Guyana, Suriname
Caribbean Set To Outgrow U.S. Economy Through 2027, Says World Bank
News Americas, New York, NY, Tues. June 10, 2025: The Caribbean region is poised to outpace not only the United States but also Europe and Japan in economic growth over the next two years. According to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic...