AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHuman Rights: In a UN review, Suriname acknowledged delays in recognizing Indigenous and tribal peoples’ collective rights and implementing court rulings. Justice Minister Harish Monorath said the government aims to have an independent human rights institute operating by 2027. Mennonite Deportations: Authorities expelled more than 60 Mennonite farmers who they said lacked valid permits. A judge rejected a company’s bid to stop the deportations, while the group’s lawyer argued some had permission to stay. Oil and Growth: The World Bank projects Suriname’s economy will grow 21.5% in 2028 as offshore oil production begins. The challenge will be turning that surge into lasting gains for households and public services. Regional Diplomacy: Suriname backed a UN resolution calling for an end to the US embargo on Cuba, joining seven Caribbean nations as CARICOM members split over the vote.
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