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Netherlands-Suriname diplomatic transition

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The diplomatic transition between the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Suriname has concluded with a change in resident ambassadors. Minister of Foreign Affairs Melvin Bouva honored outgoing Ambassador Walter Oostelbos, noting the strengthening of bilateral relations following a state visit by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima. The meeting also highlighted the Makandra-programma 2.0 as a tool for intensified cooperation. To honor his service and contributions to the friendship between the two nations, Oostelbos was presented with an award and a gift by Minister Bouva and Director Miriam Mac Intosh. Following Oostelbos’s departure, Martine Jacoba Busstra officially began her tenure by presenting her credentials to President Jennifer Simons. Busstra indicated a focus on deepening economic cooperation, specifically regarding Suriname’s emerging oil and gas sector, as well as security and cultural opportunities.

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