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The Big Digital Divide Decides Suriname in a World of Data

The Big Digital Divide Decides

Suriname in a World of Data eyesonsuriname Our world is transforming at a dizzying pace. Change has always been a given, a constant, when it comes to human societies. But the pace at which these changes occur is increasing with each passing day.  Unquestionably, the digital revolution acts like a giant booster rocket mounted on…
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Estonia Shows How AI Transforms Education

Estonia Shows How AI Transforms Education 

 Why We Must Act Now By eyesonsuriname,  ATechnology and Society Analyses Amsterdam, 6 mei 2025– In Estonia, primary school children are already learning with the help of artificial intelligence (AI).  They use adaptive learning platforms and are supported by AI tutors that analyze their learning processes.  What is a reality there still seems like science fiction to many…
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a giant Golden AI Humanoid breaking his chains in the historic streets of Paramaribo with the beautiful colonial houses

Opinion

Capping AI or Full Speed Ahead?  The Future Starts in the Classrooms. eyesonsuriname The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) raises fundamental questions.  Should we embrace this revolutionary technology without limits, or is it time to rein in its development and impose controls?  The debate rages globally, with strong arguments on both sides.  This is…
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Argentina’s Economic Reforms

Argentina’s Economic Reforms

IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva Reaffirms Support  eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 25 april 2025–International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has once again reiterated her strong support for Argentina’s ongoing economic reform efforts. This reaffirmation came after a meeting with Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo during the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings held in Washington, D.C. Following…
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Guyana our Dear Neighbour

Oil, Economic Transformation, and the Quest for National Development eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 23 april 2025– Guyana, our neighbour on the East and an equally  small country in the northeastern corner of South America, has long been known for its natural beauty, rich biodiversity and diverse culture.  However, in recent years, it has been catapulted onto the world stage due to…
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Lula Visits Russia and China in May 

Deepening Ties with Global South Powers eyesonsuriname Amsterdam – April 2025 — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will embark on a pivotal international tour in May, underscoring Brazil’s renewed focus on South-South cooperation and multilateral diplomacy. The trip includes two high-profile stops: Moscow and Beijing. Lula will begin his journey in Russia on May 9, where he…
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Cry for me Argentina 

The Serious Fall of an Economic Giant eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 23 April, 2025–Argentina was considered one of the ten wealthiest countries in the world in the early 20th century.  It was a land of gauchos, tango, impressive agricultural production, and industrial progress.  But today, Argentina is the symbol of a lost economic dream: a country trapped in a…
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Against all odds 

China Interferes in South American Border dispute eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, 20 april 2025– The long standing territorial dispute over the South American border region, named Essequibo, which is claimed by Venezuela, escalated into a crisis not too long ago. Fears are, it is escalating even faster, now that China tries to play its part and interferes. The dispute dates back many,…
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Lula vs. Trump: Diverging Approaches to Maduro’s Essequibo Claims and Their Impact on Guyana’s Oil Investors

eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, April 16, 2025 – The Essequibo region, a contested territory between Venezuela and Guyana, has become a geopolitical flashpoint with significant implications for the burgeoning oil and gas sector in Guyana. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump have taken starkly different stances on Nicolás Maduro’s territorial claims,…
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Daniel Noboa arrives with his wife Lavinia Valbonesi to address supporters after early returns

Ecuador at a Crossroads: The Political and Social Implications of Daniel Noboa’s Reelection

eyesonsuriname Amsterdam, April 14th, 2025 – Ecuador has once again placed its trust in Daniel Noboa, a 37-year-old conservative millionaire, as its president. With his reelection, the country faces a pivotal moment, grappling with escalating violence, drug trafficking, and deep political divides. What does this mean for Ecuador’s future, and can Noboa deliver on his…
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