America Suriname 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
America Suriname Suriname has been officially declared malaria-free, becoming the first country in the Amazon region to eradicate the disease, as confirmed by international health authorities during a ceremony in Washington
America Suriname The US has threatened to ban imports of Surinamese fish products starting January 2026 due to illegal fishing practices, putting the country’s fishing industry under serious pressure
America Suriname Suriname and Guyana have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation to jointly develop their economies beyond oil and gas, focusing on infrastructure, energy, and trade, with the goal of fostering regional prosperity and Caribbean integration
America Suriname A joint initiative led by the Public Prosecution Service, UNICEF, and education ministry has expanded training on grooming and child pornography to multiple districts, aiming since 2024 to strengthen child protection against sexual exploitation