Suriname Minister Harish Monorath Meets Taxi Drivers Association on Paramaribo‑Albina Route

On 31 July 2026, Suriname’s Minister of Justice and Police Harish Monorath received the board of the Vereniging Taxihouders Paramaribo‑Albina (VTPA) for an introductory and working visit. The discussion focused on the daily challenges faced by taxi drivers on the heavily used Paramaribo‑Albina corridor, emphasizing the need for a safe, orderly and professionally organised service.

Monorath stressed the importance of regular dialogue between the government and the transport sector to develop sustainable solutions that improve traffic safety, public order and passenger service. Both parties agreed to continue their cooperation and pursue concrete measures to address the identified issues.