PARAMARIBO, Suriname, Nov 25, CMC – Suriname is observing its 49th anniversary of political independence from the Netherlands with both the coalition government and the opposition giving differing views on the socio-economic development of the Dutch-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country.
In a statement, the Progressive Reform Party (VHP) of President Chandrikapersad “Chan” Santokhi, said the coalition government has significantly improved the relations between Suriname and The Netherlands that had became increasingly worse after the coup of 1980 by former military strongman, Desi Bouterse.
“Fortunately, after the inauguration of the Santokhi government in 2020, a turnaround has occurred in the relationship between Suriname and the Netherlands. The diaspora community has an extraordinary value for Suriname in economic, social, cultural and educational areas, among others.
“Both countries have immense bond with each other. Politically, the relationship between both countries is good. We are now two equal countries and sovereignty is the symbol of national independence.
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