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Suriname Leader Proposes Bitcoin To Replace National Currency
MENAFN
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December 1, 2024
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Suriname's presidential candidate Maya Parbhoe has unveiled a groundbreaking strategy to transform the nation's financial system by adopting bitcoin as its primary currency, seeking to make Suriname a global pioneer in...
Suriname celebrates 49 years of independence, partnership with Guyana
Guyana Chronicle
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November 25, 2024
-Minister Teixeira shares plans for bilateral initiatives spanning infrastructure, energy, food security DIPLOMATS, dignitaries and special guests, on Saturday, got a taste of Suriname as the country celebrated its 49th Independence anniversary...
From Suriname to Uganda: Why Kampala is gold laundering capital
Independent (Uganda)
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February 18, 2025
A long journey; Gold moved from Suriname to Uganda which is now a hub of the precious metal. Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | If you asked Ugandans, “What is Suriname?” most would likely give incorrect answers. Suriname is a country. Located 9,804...
Saskatchewan Shines in Mining Survey, Finland Takes Global Lead
Investing News Network
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July 31, 2025
Finland has taken the top spot in the Fraser Institute’s 2024 Annual Survey of Mining Companies, edging out various US states in what analysts call an increasingly competitive global investment landscape for mining. The Nordic nation climbed from...
Suriname’s Debt Crisis Shows Us How Global Capitalism Works
Jacobin
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Suriname is a former Dutch colony in South America, best known for the pristine Amazon forests that cover 93 percent of the country and make it one of only three countries that absorb more carbon emissions than they produce. It has recently become...
EV Motors and Bahamas Development Bank Announce Partnership to Drive Sustainable Business Development in The Bahamas
Magnetic Media
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February 17, 2025
By LINDSAY THOMPSON Bahamas Information Services ATLANTIS, Paradise Island, The Bahamas — Director General of Tourism Latia Duncombe said The Bahamas remains committed as a leader in visitor experience, as more than 1,000 participants were...
Condemnation grows over map at business conference showing New River Triangle is part of Suriname
Kaieteur News
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February 11, 2025
Feb 11, 2025 News Kaieteur News-The Guyana Government and several local entities have condemned the use of a map at a conference in Suriname that incorporated the New River Triangle as part of that country. “Every Guyanese, especially those of us...
Kevin Garbaran’s ‘Old Toy Train’ spotlights at Suriname’s film festival
News Room
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February 16, 2025
In the world of filmmaking, the path to success is often paved with passion, dedication, and an unwavering belief in one’s work. For Kevin Garbaran, a rising filmmaker in Guyana, this journey has led him to unexpected heights, culminating in a...
Pollution Level: More trees won't cancel out your SUV emissions
ETPrime
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As far as climate buzzwords go, “Net Zero” has probably become the most weaponized term. It may also be the most misunderstood. Lots of people recognize that reaching net zero carbon emissions is key to meeting the temperature goals of the Paris...
Leveraging shared resources Guyana, Suriname could revolutionise agriculture
Guyana Chronicle
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February 6, 2025
– collaboration could reshape Caribbean food security and growth – President Ali tells regional conference Harnessing their geographical proximity and shared wealth of natural and energy resources, Guyana and Suriname have the potential to...
Suriname Indigenous Groups seek release of six men charged with May 2023 riots
Caribbean National Weekly
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November 15, 2024
The Indigenous Collective Suriname (IKSur) has called for the release of six men currently on trial for their involvement in the May 2023 riots in Pikin Saron. A verdict is expected to be delivered later today. The violence erupted on May 2, 2023,...
Suriname: Groups seek release of six men charged with May 2023 riots
Loop News
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The Indigenous Collective Suriname (IKSur) Friday called for the release of six men who have been on trial for the riots in Pikin Saron in May 2023. A verdict is expected to be delivered later Friday. Two men were killed during a shootout with...
Suriname Poised to Follow Guyana's Footsteps as Major Oil Producer
Oil Price
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November 16, 2024
There is rising speculation the tiny South American country of Suriname will emerge as the next Guyana. After years of speculation surrounding the former Dutch colony’s petroleum potential, with discoveries in neighboring offshore Guyana pointing...
Suriname vs Canada: Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinals Kick Off on November 15
Times News Global
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November 15, 2024
The Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals are set to kick off on Friday, November 15, with an exciting matchup between Suriname and Canada. The match, scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. ET, will be held at the Dr. Ir. Franklin Essed Stadium (also...
Proposal made at Suriname conference for Public-Private Partnership in Canawaima Ferry Service
Stabroek News
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February 7, 2025
From left are Virjanand Depoo, Guyana’s Ambassador to Suriname; Dr. Vishnu Doerga ChairSGCC; Liselle Blankendal, Suriname’s Ambassador to Guyana and Rahul Lildhar CEO SGCC. A proposal for a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in the management of the...
El Dorado fights back: Project focuses on environmental resistance in the Guianas
Binghamton University
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February 5, 2025
For centuries, the legend of El Dorado has drawn speculators into the South American jungles, looking for the fabled city of gold. In a way, this fantasy is still driving the economics of extraction in the Guyana Shield, a multi-country region...
‘Invest in infrastructure, train your people’ – Pres. Ali advises, as Suriname prepares for oil boom
I News Guyana
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February 5, 2025
With the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projecting that Suriname’s economic growth will soar to 55 percent by 2028 – driven by major offshore oil production, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has outlined key lessons from Guyana’s experience in managing...
Komal Singh calls for bold shipping reforms, agro-investments to unlock Africa-Caribbean trade potential
News Room
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July 31, 2025
Home Business Komal Singh calls for bold shipping reforms, agro-investments to unlock Africa-Caribbean trade... — ACTIF2025 Panel Highlights Urgent Need for Political Will, Infrastructure, and Logistics Overhaul By Kurt Campbell Kurt@newsroom.gy...
Key to Reversing Amazonia’s Mineral Demand: Indigenous Empowerment
The Good Men Project - California
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July 21, 2025
Illegal #mining for minerals like #gold and cassiterite, the latter used for renewable energy, is driving #deforestation in Indigenous #Amazonia. Countries like #Brazil, #Suriname and #Guyana face the challenge of conserving forests, protecting...
Suriname’s Staatsolie Visits Heritage Petroleum
TTT Live Online
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November 12, 2024
Heritage Petroleum Company Ltd welcomed a high level delegation from Suriname’s national oil company, Staatsolie, which included strategic meetings and site tours with key stakeholders across T&T’s energy sector. In a media release on Monday...