AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSuriname Mental Health: Suriname launched national crisis helpline 114, offering free, confidential, anonymous psychological first aid with PAHO/WHO support—aimed at people facing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Regional Trade & Borders: Trinidad and Tobago’s Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) kicked off a June 8–14 trade mission to Guyana and Suriname with 38 companies and 58 participants, pushing business-to-business meetings and market research. Customs/Postal Operations: Antigua and Barbuda’s postal and customs agencies are reforming workflows after joining a regional summit in San Salvador to improve cross-border mail processing and security checks. Governance & Oversight: Guyana’s National Assembly finally constituted 13 parliamentary committees after an eight-month hiatus, though opposition questioned whether the government will let them function effectively. Anti-Corruption Watch: A new Transparency International CPI update ranks Caribbean countries by perceived public-sector corruption, with Suriname among the lowest performers in the region. International Relations: Suriname’s President Jennifer Simons said the country aims to expand cooperation with China as they mark 50 years of diplomatic ties.
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