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the Inter-American Development Bank-World Bank deal matters

Why the Inter-American Development Bank-World Bank deal matters, and what’s next

By Jason Marczak and Pepe Zhang Insanity, the saying goes, is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. With Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) currently projected to grow at just 1.9 percent this year and 2.2 percent next year, the lowest of any developing regions except war-battered Emerging and…
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EU – CELAC Summit

After more than 8 years, Heads of State & Government of the European Union and the Community of Latin American & the Caribbean States (CELAC) will gather in Brussels on 17 and 18 July 2023. The Summit will be co-chaired by the President of the European Council, Charles Michel and by the President of St.…
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Controlled optimism in Suriname

Controlled optimism in Suriname

Report suggests more investments eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 15 july 2023— In order to develop Suriname’s rich offshore oil potential, a higher level of financing is required and its state-owned company Staatsolie is readying itself to ensure it is prepared. Outlined in its updated 2022 Annual Report, Staatsolie said it has amended and extended its corporate loan…
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The Next Global Superpower

The Next Global Superpower Isn’t Who You Think: Ian Bremmer

Who runs the world? Political scientist Ian Bremmer argues it’s not as simple as it used to be. With some eye-opening questions about the nature of leadership, he asks us to consider the impact of the evolving global order and our choices as participants in the future of democracy. Will Digital Companies become the new…
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Suriname & the IMF

Suriname & the IMF

eyesonsuriname The IMF staff team and Surinamese authorities reached a staff-level agreement on the second review of the authorities’ economic recovery program supported by the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). The review is subject to approval by the IMF’s Executive Board.. Suriname’s economy continues its slow post-pandemic recovery, but the shock of higher commodity and food…
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International visibility increases Finland’s influence

International visibility increases Finland’s influence

Helsinki could do a little bit more in Suriname   eyesonsuriname   Amsterdam, May 17 2023 — The other day eyesonsuriname.com was chatting with a new friend from Finland. He was kind of puzzled about the role of his home country in the world and said something in the order of: ” Yes, but those strong…
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Restructuring Oppenheimer debts

Restructuring Oppenheimer debts

Cautious recovery start  eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, May 4, 2023– After protracted negotiations since 2020, the government has reached an agreement in principle with the Eurobond Creditor Committee on the restructuring of the Oppenheimer debts.  These debts weigh heavily on the budget and limit the financial scope to implement policy for the population.  The restructuring of the…
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New Gold Rules in Brazil

Gold Provisional Measure eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 26 april 2023– According to reports from Brazilian media, Brasilia has concluded the Gold Provisional Measure (MP) which eliminates the concept of good faith and mandates the use of electronic invoices for the purchase, sale, and transportation of gold within the country. The Justice Minister, Flávio Dino, has already signed the…
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How does Brazil's President Lula embrace Suriname?

How does Brazil’s President Lula embrace Suriname?

Table of Contents Introduction Exploring the Impact of President Lula’s Diplomatic Relations with Suriname Examining the Benefits of Brazil’s Economic Ties with Suriname Analyzing the Cultural Exchange between Brazil and Suriname under President Lula’s Leadership Conclusion “Uniting Two Nations: Lula’s Vision for a Brighter Future for Brazil and Suriname.” Introduction Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula…
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Lula sets the tone in China

Lula sets the tone in China

Business not as usual eyesonbrasil Amsterdam, 16 april 2023– He brought an entourage. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva traveled to China this week along with dozens of political representatives and more than two hundred business leaders for a visit that focused on improving trade and economic ties between the largest countries in Asia and South America. …
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