AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTrade and Investment: Latin American and Caribbean exports rose 19.5% in the first half of 2026, with regional growth driven in part by oil exports from Suriname and Guyana. The IDB says the gains create an opening to attract investment, provided governments offer investors greater certainty. Telecom Oversight: Parliament heard that a presidential resolution under the previous administration sidelined the telecommunications minister, allowing executives at state watchdog TAS to act without his approval. The current minister also said large sums were transferred from TAS to the Office of the Vice President. Worker Rights: Labor inspectors fined ferry operator Canawaima after employees complained of late wages, lapsed health coverage and threats of dismissal. The union says it may take legal action. Mining and Food Safety: Indigenous Wayana communities face illegal gold mining that is clearing forest and polluting rivers with mercury, despite government pledges to curb the activity. Separately, agricultural exporters say weak pesticide oversight risks public health and Suriname’s export reputation. Public Works: The government is seeking an IDB loan to upgrade the Ornamibo dump and improve waste processing.
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