A new Civil Code allowing independent marriage at age 18 is being debated at National Assembly level, sparking concerns from parliamentarians about potential increases in divorces and the fact that full legal capacity is recognized at 21

A fully digital PSA document system has been introduced to streamline applications and reduce processing times, with the first electronic permits set to launch on July 1, 2025

To reform school bus transport by reducing bureaucracy and implementing modern systems Suriname has installed a presidential committee following a request from the national bus and boat owners' organization

Monthly SRD 800 allowances will be granted to over 11.000 students aged 18 or older to incentivize education among lower-income groups and support school retention nationwide

Suriname has proposed the creation of an untouchable sovereign wealth fund to safeguard future oil revenues, aiming to ensure long-term development and protect national wealth from political misuse