AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCARICOM in Saint Lucia: Suriname’s President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons joined CARICOM leaders in Gros Islet for the 51st Heads of Government meeting, where regional priorities like cost of living, food security and climate finance were discussed, alongside reparations planning. CARIFESTA 2029: Antigua and Barbuda was confirmed as host of CARIFESTA 2029, with Guyana set for CARIFESTA 2027 and Barbados for 2028. Corentyne River Bridge row: Suriname’s President says Guyana was informed in February that Paramaribo would “go it alone” on bridge funding, deepening a diplomatic dispute over the Corentyne project. UN Cuba sanctions debate: Guyana’s absence from a UN vote on debate over the Cuba blockade drew sharp criticism, while Suriname was listed among countries voting in favour. Regional ports & maritime: Suriname hosted the PMAC 29th AGM in Paramaribo, with the Virgin Islands delegation discussing port electrification, maritime security and resilience. Travel rules for Suriname residents: Japan confirmed visa-free entry for citizens of 74 countries/territories including Suriname, with stay lengths varying by nationality. Sports (Suriname in results): In Davis Cup action, Suriname was beaten in the promotion play-off context involving the USVI.
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