Suriname Politics News Monitoring

CANDIDATE ARRESTED AFTER ELECTION ATTACK

Police in Madang have arrested Usino-Bundi by-election candidate Mr. Manu Yafi Kuna for attacking another candidate’s team on Wednesday night. Kuna, from the People’s Transformation Party, and his supporters chased a car near the Surinam Oil Palm area. …

Usino-Bundi By-Election Update

Police have arrested a candidate in the Usino-Bundi by-election for damaging another candidate’s vehicle and threatening the people inside. Manu Yafi Kuna, from the People’s Transformation Party, was picked up by police after the incident happened on …

Candidate in Usino-Bundi by-election arrested over alleged attack on rival supporter

Madang Provincial Police Commander, Acting Superintendent Robert Baim. (NBC News) Police have arrested and charged a candidate contesting the Usino-Bundi by-election following an alleged attack on a rival candidate's vehicle and threats made against …

CARIBBEAN-POLITICS – Suriname assumes chair of OAS Inter-American Council for Integral Development

All the countries that recognise Palestine as a state

25 July 2025, 10:17 Britain is facing calls to acknowledge Palestine as a state. Picture: Getty France has become the first G7 nation to acknowledge Palestine as a state, and Britain has been urged to follow. Listen to this article Sir Keir Starmer is …

High-Level Political Forum Concludes With Call For Accelerated Action On Sustainable Development

Ministerial Declaration reaffirms commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals The 2025 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) concluded this week with Member States calling for urgent, coordinated action to accelerate progress on …

Delegation for 7.25.25: Foreign aid — Stanley Cup — sharks — dogs — drowning

Foreign aid funding Before the House finished up its business and broke early for August recess, Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart led the markup for the House National Security, Department of State and Related Programs Appropriations Subcommittee. The expansive bill …

Xi congratulates Jennifer Simons on election as Surinamese president

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday congratulated Jennifer Simons on her election as Surinamese president. In his congratulatory message, Xi depicted Suriname as China's strategic cooperative partner in the Caribbean region. Thanks to the joint …

St. Kitts and Nevis, CARICOM Calls for Accelerated Sustainable Development and Global Support at UN High-Level Political ...

by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN) — The Hon. Dr Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment for St. Kitts and Nevis, represented her country and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on …

How many countries recognise Palestine as independent nation? Names include India, Pakistan, China, UAE, Russia and..., ...

Home News How many countries recognise Palestine as independent nation? Names include India, Pakistan, China, UAE, Russia and…., Check full list Arab countries that recognise Palestine include Saudi Arabia, Egypt, UAE, and Qatar. New Delhi: Amidst the …

Vertex gears up for new investment round

Vertex SME Holdings is looking to raise another $1 billion for additional investments. Vertex SME Holdings Limited, a private equity vehicle managed by JMMB Securities Limited, is gearing up to raise another $1 billion to fund its pipeline of investment …

New research: Deforestation rates on recognized Afro-descendant lands in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Suriname are as ...

ARLINGTON, Va. (July 22, 2025) – Afro-descendant peoples in four Amazon countries show remarkable achievements in environmental stewardship, according to new research from Conservation International, published today in Nature Communications Earth and …

UAE President, VPs congratulate President of Suriname

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar messages …

US now only has 10th most powerful passport in world...with top three nations now all in Asia

By MARTHA WILLIAMS FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 11:06 EDT, 24 July 2025 | Updated: 11:17 EDT, 24 July 2025 The United States has dropped to its lowest position yet in the ranking of most powerful passport in the world.  Americans once held the strongest …

Exxon seeks deals in Trinidad’s offshore energy sector

 ExxonMobil is actively pursuing potential exploration and production deals in Trinidad and Tobago’s deep-water regions, signaling a potential major investment in the country’s offshore resources. Minister of Energy Dr. Roodal Moonilal confirmed ongoing …

ExxonMobil negotiating with Trinidad and Tobago to explore seven deep-water blocks

ExxonMobil has initiated discussions with the Government of Trinidad and Tobago to potentially explore for oil and gas in up to seven deep-water blocks off the east coast, reported Reuters, citing sources. This move marks the company’s potential return to …

Moonilal: Resurgence of investor confidence

ENERGY Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal said yesterday that discussions are ongoing with several major global energy companies as Trinidad and Tobago seeks to re-establish itself as the leading energy hub of the Caribbean. His comments followed a Reuters report …

Exxon in talks with Trinidad for seven deepwater blocks

Exxon Mobil has begun negotiations with the Trinidad and Tobago government to explore for oil and gas in up to seven deepwater blocks off the East Coast of the Caribbean country, which the top US oil producer left more than two decades ago, two sources …

Exxon eyes energy deals with Trinidad and Tobago

News Ryan Hamilton-Davis 2 Hrs Ago Dr Roodal Moonilal - Minister of Energy Dr Roodal Moonilal has confirmed that the government is in negotiations with oil and gas giant ExxonMobil to explore and produce oil and gas in up to seven deep-water blocks off its …

Congressional resolution seeks to protect and advance biomedical research

Congressional resolution reaffirms the federal government's role in funding and advancing American biomedical research. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 24th, Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Jamie …

Tuttle Twins Surveyed 1,000+ Parents: Here's What They Said About Schooling Today

Parents are stepping up to teach the skills they believe matter most, from budgeting to navigating the digital world. LEHI, UT, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across the country, more and more parents are questioning whether …

Award-Winning Documentary Feature 'Unspoken' Now Available on Prime Video via Prime Video Direct

Powerful film confronts the lasting impact of the 'Last Mass Lynching in America' MONROE, GA, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Unspoken,” an award-winning documentary about the “Last Mass Lynching in America,” is now …

Dr. Robert Malone Returns to London Real for Explosive Live Interview on Trump, the CDC and the Future of Vaccine Policy

Dr. Robert Malone goes live on London Real to discuss Trump, the CDC, and his new role shaping U.S. vaccine policy from the inside LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- London Real is proud to welcome back Dr. Robert W. …

Preventing childhood statelessness: UNHCR, ODIHR and HCNM launch new publication

VIENNA, 25 July 2025 – The OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities (HCNM), the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) launched a joint publication …

OSCE supports the development of Standard on Oil and Gas Methane in Turkmenistan

On 18 July 2025, the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat presented a Standard on oil and gas methane developed by an international expert to the State Concerns “Turkmengas” and Turkmenoil” and other counterparts in Turkmenistan. The Standard is designed to assist …

Journalists develop skills in court reporting during training events in Fergana and Samarkand

More than 60 regional journalists, bloggers and court employees enhanced their capacity to report on court and legal proceedings during training courses organized in Fergana and Samarkand cities by the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan (PCUz) and the …

New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies to Host Public Hearing on Gentrification and Redlining

Community invited to share testimonies on housing displacement and racialized land use in New York ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR) will …

AMMWEC Launches National Coalition on Fighting Antisemitism and Hate

United Against Hate WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) convened its inaugural National Coalition Conference, titled 'United Against …

La Ciudad de Los Ángeles declara día en honor a La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador Lizárraga

La Ciudad de Los Ángeles declara día en honor a La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador Lizárraga en el marco de su 60º aniversario LOS ANGELES , CALIFORNIA , UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Los Ángeles, CA (24 de julio, 2025) …

NCRI-US Welcomes Senate Resolution Urging Snapback Sanctions on Iran’s Regime

Reinstating UN sanctions is not only a strategic necessity—it is a vital step to sever the regime’s financial lifelines and confront its rogue behavior. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council …

Advanced facial comparisons for stopping impostors in focus at OSCE training course for Ukrainian Border Guards

Facial comparison techniques at border crossings were the focus of a two-day online training course for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the Royal Netherlands …

Federal Bureau of Prisons Moves Forward with 70 Law Enforcement Job Cuts at Thomson Facility

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is pushing ahead with plans to eliminate 70 law enforcement jobs at Thomson Federal Prison, a move decided in Washington, D.C. without any real …

Cupertino Resident Claudio Bono Proposes $25B Loyalty Point Strategy to End Homelessness, Calls on White House to Act

New release outlines a roadmap to end homelessness in three years using untapped travel points and unified Welcome Centers. CA, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new public proposal is challenging the federal government to …

Gov.Education Announces 799 eLearning Courses Created and Published

Achieves Major Milestone, Accelerates and Democratizes Development of Federal Courseware HOT SPRINGS, AR, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gov.Education, the cutting-edge eLearning platform by CourseAvenue, today announced a …

87 U.S. Legislators Press Trump-Vance Administration to Ensure Safe Return of Armenians to Nagorno Karabakh

ANCA-Backed Bipartisan letter - led by the Congressional Armenian Caucus - Highlights Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA …

NASA Employees and Public Rally Around 'Voyager Declaration' Defending American Spirit of Exploration

DC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 21, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) employees released the “Voyager Declaration," a formal dissent addressed to Interim NASA Administrator Sean Duffy. As of …

Gaza at death’s door: MA Healthcare workers demand end of taxpayer funding for starvation of Gaza

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Friday July 25th at 12pm. Location: Mass Ave & Harrison Ave, Boston (Corner of Boston Medical Center) To Join Virtually Please Register at: https://us06web.zoom.us…

CCP Troll Attack Targets Gan Jing World on July 20; Platform Condemns Transnational Repression

MIDDLETOWN, NY, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gan Jing World, a video sharing social media and streaming platform dedicated to free expression and privacy, was targeted on July 20 in what appears to be a coordinated online …

The Regional and Domestic Elements of Erdoğan's Grand Strategy

In this episode of Middle East Focus, hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are joined by MEI Senior Fellow Gönül Tol to discuss how shifting regional dynamics — from the Israel-Iran war to renewed violence in southern Syria — are reshaping Turkey’s …