Presidential Linked Drugs shipments from Ecuador to Europe eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, March 28th 2025– A large-scale drug trafficking investigation, supported by Europol, led to the dismantling of an Ecuadorian criminal cell involved in supplying wholesale cocaine to the EU via major ports. The international operation, led by the Ecuadorian National Police (Policía Nacional del Ecuador), also involved the…
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An International Banker Born in Suriname in the Global Financial World eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, March 26, 2025 – Maarten Pronk, born in Paramaribo, Suriname, has emerged as one of the most influential bankers on the global stage. His secret lies in the fact that despite his unprecedented financial successes, he has remained relatively unknown. “That brings…
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A Hidden Gem for Investors eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, March 25th 2025– In a world where investment opportunities seem endless, with countries like Brazil and Indonesia showing significant economic growth, it can be challenging to recognize Suriname’s unique value. Yet, this small country on the northeastern coast of South America offers a combination of factors that make it…
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Raises Much More Money Than Expected with New Loan eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, March 24, 2025 – The Surinamese company Staatsolie successfully issued a new bond on March 23, 2025, raising significantly more funds than initially planned. The company aimed to borrow US$ 304.1 million, but investors offered a total of US$ 515.8 million. This is US$…
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antonjiesamfoek© Washington DC / Amsterdam, December 29, 2022— He was born nearly 64 years ago in Dangogo on the Saramacca River. Of course reading and writing didn’t end up there in the woods then. But what would it be? Who wants to learn to read and write when you already have everything you could want…
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Revenues expected to reach $157 billion by 2040. eyesonsuriname Amterdam March 23rd 2025– Guyana is the only South American country featuring a sizable economic growth. It was once one of the poorest countries in the Caribbean region until major oil deposits were discovered off its coasts in May 2015. According to a 2023 report, oil production in Guyana began in December 2019 and has generated…
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Participating €15 million in Brazilian Fund eyesonbrasil Amsterdam March 14th 2025– Ireland has joined as the eighth donor to Brazil’s Amazon Fund, contributing € 15 million, it was reported Thursday. The fund, managed by Brazil’s National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES), supports conservation, monitoring, and sustainable development in the Amazon and has financed 123…
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The very best airport in Latin America and the Caribbean eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, 13 March 2025– The Uruguayan airport terminal of Carrasco was distinguished by the Airports Council International, based on the opinions of more than 700,000 people. The Carrasco International Airport was honored for the quality of its services. The Carrasco International Airport was awarded as the best airport (up to 2 million passengers)…
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Avenida Liberdade eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, March 13th 2025–As Brazilian authorities prepare for the upcoming COP30 climate summit in November in Belém, constructing a new four-lane highway – Avenida Liberdade – through the protected Amazon rainforest has sparked controversy. The structure seeks to ease traffic for the expected 50,000 attendees, including world leaders. But it has led…
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eyesonsuriname The Foreign Minister of Suriname, Albert Ramdin, will be the Secretary General of the OAS for the 2025-2030 period, after being elected by acclamation by the member states. I see the future as a bright one, despite the many challenges we face. I realize that it will not be an easy road ahead. I…
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