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Suriname regional engagement and CARICOM leadership
Overview
Suriname is advancing its regional digital and political engagement. In late September 2026, a Surinamese delegation participated in the CTU ICT Week in French Guiana to discuss the Caribbean’s digital agenda, focusing on topics such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital inclusion to improve public service delivery.
By October 2026, the nation shifted focus toward its upcoming 2027 chairmanship of the CARICOM Conference of Heads of Government. President Jennifer Simons is set to lead the chairmanship from January to June 2027. To manage this transition, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Cooperation has established technical and policy committees. The strategic priorities for this period include food security, energy security, connectivity, and regional integration.
Entities
Suriname · Caribbean Telecommunications Union · Jennifer Simons · International Telecommunication Union · Telesur
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 7 sourcesSuriname begins preparations for 2027 CARICOM chairmanship
Suriname has launched preparations for its 2027 CARICOM chairmanship, focusing on food security, energy, connectivity, and regional integration through AI and improved infrastructure.
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[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sourcesSuriname joins CTU ICT Week 2026 in French Guiana
Suriname is participating in the CTU ICT Week 2026 in French Guiana to discuss Caribbean digital resilience, cybersecurity, and inclusion in preparation for the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference.
Sources
abcsuriname.com · gfcnieuws.com · gov.sr · kowchecking.com · stvs.sr · surinamenieuws.nl · theglobalobservatory.org