Investors from Argentina and the Netherlands are pursuing plans to bring Mennonite farming communities to Suriname, alarming local environmentalists due to potential deforestation in the country's Amazon Rainforest area

Suriname and China signed a Supplemental Finance Agreement to complete the first phase of restructuring Suriname's bilateral debt, paving the way for renewed financing after resolving debts with other creditors

President Santokhi emphasized the need for global collaboration to combat biodiversity loss; efforts include improving forest management, recognizing land rights for Indigenous and tribal communities, and strengthening national environmental regulations

Starting 2025, Surinamese who lost Dutch citizenship but have resided in the Netherlands in the past ten years can apply for a residence permit under a new temporary arrangement aimed at rectifying a “historic mistake” from Suriname’s 1975 independence

Suriname's Affordable Housing Project has partnered with China to expedite the construction of affordable for families in need; authorities spoke of the 'high-quality homes' as a significant step forward in addressing the housing issue