Desi Bouterse, Suriname's former dictator and twice-elected leader, known for his 1980 coup, polarizing legacy, convictions for murder and drug trafficking, died at 79, leaving a lasting but contentious impact on the nation’s history

The Betheljada Foundation, specialized in caring for people with disabilities, received a presidential visit for the first time in 45 years; President Santokhi delivered donations and pledged long-term community support to strengthen social institutions

A National Maritime Operations Center is being established in Suriname to strengthen regional maritime security, involving agencies like the Coast Guard, Customs, and the National Army

Climate change is less alarming in the coastal plain than in the inland area, where villages near rivers are at risks, government stated as it is developing adaptation policies and zoning plans to potentially relocate vulnerable villages

Suriname has implemented new anti-corruption measures, focusing on prevention, criminalization, international cooperation, and asset recovery, with attention to fair competition, law enforcement, and transparent bidding processes