No mercy but jail for political thieves and thugs eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 22 October 2024 — Alejandro Toledo, the enigmatic and flamboyant former president of Peru, was sentenced Monday to over 20 years in jail for his involvement in the Odebrecht corruption scandal in which he was found to have received US$ 35 million in bribes…
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eyesonsuriname In a plot twist worthy of a telenovela, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil finds himself signing a document at the Foro de São Paulo, declaring the victory of President Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. This comes after Maduro’s dramatic accusation that Lula is actually a CIA doppelganger. The political chess game has…
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From the U.K. to the Caribbean eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, October 14th 2024– A group of fifteen Caribbean governments have unanimously decided to demand an incredible £200 billion from the UK in compensation for its role in the slave trade, according to reports in the British media. It comes after the Prime Minister of Barbados told the…
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Possibly more financial peace in Paramaribo eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, October 12th 2024– “I’m pleased to announce that the Executive Board has reached a consensus on a reform of IMF charges and surcharges. This will lower borrowing costs for our members by 36 percent while preserving the IMF’s financial capacity to support countries in a challenging global…
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eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, October 2nd, 2024 – In a recent interview, renowned linguist and political activist Noam Chomsky shared his thoughts on the increasing support for Donald Trump as a presidential candidate. Chomsky’s insights provide a unique perspective on the current political climate in the United States and offer a glimpse into the potential future of…
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From Humble Beginnings to Global Powerhouse eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, September, 27th, 2024 – Singapore’s journey from a small, resource-poor island to one of the world’s wealthiest nations is nothing short of extraordinary. This transformation, often dubbed the “Singapore Miracle,” is a testament to visionary leadership, strategic economic policies, and the resilience of its people. However, this…
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Presents Hard Facts neighbouring countries once had to face. eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 24 september 2024 — At two separate diaspora and business engagement events Saturday and Sunday evenings at different locations held for visiting Suriname’s President Santokhi, the audience was most impressed with his rattling off numbers about the country’s economy, claiming he has turned it reminiscent…
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eyesonguyana Amsterdam, September 24th, 2024 – In 2015, Guyana’s fortunes changed dramatically with the discovery of vast offshore oil reserves. This small South American nation, known for its lush rainforests and diverse culture, suddenly found itself on the brink of an economic transformation. The potential for wealth was immense, but so were the risks. The “resource…
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In the early 17th century, the Dutch established a bustling settlement called New Amsterdam on the southern tip of Manhattan Island. This colony quickly became a vital hub for trade and commerce, attracting settlers from various parts of Europe. The strategic location and the natural harbor made it an ideal spot for the Dutch West…
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eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, September 22nd, 2024 – Christiana Figueres, a key architect of the Paris Climate Agreement, speaks with a sense of “stubborn optimism” about our ability to tackle climate change1. This landmark agreement, adopted in 2015, aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C, ideally to 1.5°C, compared to pre-industrial levels1. For developing countries,…
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