Surinamese President Jennifer Simons convened high-level consultations with government ministers, security agencies, and political leaders on January 3rd to address the escalating situation in neighboring Venezuela. The emergency meetings focused on regional security implications and reaffirmed Suriname’s commitment to international legal standards.
The comprehensive briefing brought together ministers of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Cooperation, Justice and Police, and Defense at the Presidential Cabinet. Following the ministerial session, President Simons engaged in separate discussions with leadership from various security services, the Chairman of the National Assembly, and parliamentary faction leaders to assess the evolving developments in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
Suriname officially endorsed and expressed full support for the CARICOM (Caribbean Community) declaration regarding the Venezuelan crisis. The South American nation emphasized that the international legal order must be consistently respected and upheld by all parties involved.
President Simons stressed the critical importance of maintaining calm, stability, and security throughout the region to preserve the foundations of peace and cooperation among neighboring states. As a nation committed to dialogue and collaborative solutions, Suriname called on all involved parties to pursue peaceful resolutions while upholding the principles of international law and regional solidarity. The government’s statement highlighted that regional stability remains paramount for continued development and cooperation among Caribbean and South American nations.