In a significant move to bolster healthcare services, Suriname’s Minister of Health, Welfare, and Labour, André Misiekaba, met with a delegation from the French Development Agency (AFD) on Monday. The discussions centered on evaluating the progress of the Marwina Regional Hospital in Albina and exploring further collaborative opportunities. The hospital, operational since 2017, has been pivotal in providing healthcare services in eastern Suriname and is now expanding its capabilities. Key attendees included Director Rakesh Gajadhar Sukul and Project Manager Grätl Petrisie-Blokland. The meeting highlighted persistent challenges such as a shortage of medical specialists and modern equipment, alongside the need for sustainable staffing policies. Minister Misiekaba proposed several recommendations for improvement, including the appointment of a pediatric dentist, expansion of the dialysis center, recruitment of doctors and specialists, and investments in transport facilities between Paramaribo and Albina. The AFD has been actively collaborating with Suriname on projects aimed at epidemic prevention and healthcare in border regions with French Guiana. These joint efforts are enhancing epidemiological control in these areas. The visit underscores the importance of continued cooperation and investment in healthcare to improve service quality, particularly in the country’s interior.