Finabank has announced a robust half-year profit of SRD 230 million for the period spanning January to June 2025, as detailed in its latest financial report. The bank’s total assets surged by 11% to SRD 24 billion during this period, with a solid solvency ratio of 21%, significantly exceeding regulatory requirements. Additionally, Finabank’s market share has risen to 29%, reflecting its growing influence in the financial sector. The Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS) has reaffirmed Finabank’s creditworthiness, assigning it an srA rating for foreign currency and an srA+ rating for local currency, both with a stable outlook. This reaffirmation underscores the bank’s strong credit position and solid capital structure. Furthermore, Finabank has once again achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, highlighting its commitment to data protection and digital innovation. In line with its strategic priorities, the bank continues to invest in digital transformation and process optimization to enhance customer experience. It has also launched the Finabank Small Business Academy, a program designed to support local entrepreneurs in developing skills for small and medium-sized businesses. Finabank remains dedicated to financial inclusion, ensuring broader access to financial services and empowering individuals to better understand and utilize their financial opportunities. Looking ahead, the bank is focused on sustainable growth, driven by its workforce and culture, which are central to its strategic execution and customer success.
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Simons: Bossen moeten eerlijk worden beloond voor hun bijdrage aan het klimaat
Suriname has pledged its support for the establishment of the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF), a groundbreaking global fund designed to systematically reward nations with extensive forest cover for their contributions to climate preservation. The initiative was unveiled during the Belém Climate Summit, attended by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and numerous heads of state and government leaders from forest-rich countries. President Jennifer Simons hailed the TFFF as a long-awaited and essential tool for equitable climate financing. ‘As the country with the highest forest coverage globally, Suriname is delighted to endorse this initiative. The TFFF acknowledges the true value of standing forests and ensures that nations and communities preserving their forests are no longer overlooked,’ she stated. The facility introduces a permanent, predictable, and performance-based mechanism, linking financial support to measurable outcomes in forest conservation. Simons emphasized that the lack of accessible funding for forest protection can no longer persist. ‘The world must finally recognize the invaluable services our forests provide to the global climate.’ The TFFF’s objectives align closely with Suriname’s policies on forest management and sustainable development, which include maintaining at least 90% forest coverage, safeguarding land rights and livelihoods of indigenous and local communities, and promoting a green economy focused on ecotourism, natural cosmetics, and traditional medicine. ‘Fair climate financing enables our nations to improve the lives of our people—not through deforestation, but through sustainable management and conservation of our forests,’ President Simons remarked before her return home.
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Geen strafvermindering verdachte seksueel misbruik
In a recent appellate court decision, 39-year-old R.W. was sentenced to three years in prison for sexual abuse, reaffirming the initial verdict handed down by the district court earlier this year. The Court of Justice dismissed the appeal filed by defense attorney Valerian Bendanon, who argued that the district court had imposed an excessively harsh penalty without proper justification. Bendanon highlighted that the court had failed to explain why the sentence exceeded the two-year term initially requested by the Public Prosecutor’s Office. R.W. was convicted of repeatedly sexually abusing his partner’s 14-year-old sister, resulting in her pregnancy. The victim has since given birth. During the hearing, R.W. expressed remorse, stating, “I have recognized my mistakes and realized I could not continue such behavior. I have become very weak but have learned a lot during my detention,” he said with his head bowed. R.W. expressed relief that the victim could return to school and pledged to take responsibility for the child’s care. Despite R.W. being a first-time offender, the Public Prosecutor urged the court to uphold the three-year sentence. Judge Anand Charan concluded, “We agree with the three-year sentence, and it will stand.”
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COP30: China bevestigt versnelde groene transitie en versterkte klimaatambities
China is intensifying its efforts to achieve a comprehensive green transition in its economic and social development, while cautiously working towards peaking carbon emissions. At COP30 in Belém, Ding Xuexiang, Vice Premier and Special Representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighted China’s progress and reinforced commitment to climate action. Ding emphasized that China has made significant strides toward its 2030 goals, including surpassing targets for wind and solar energy and expanding forest coverage. During the UN Climate Summit in September, President Xi Jinping announced an absolute reduction target for 2035, underscoring China’s determination and maximum efforts in climate mitigation. As the world’s largest emitter, accounting for approximately 30% of global CO2 emissions, China faces challenges due to its vast industrial base, reliance on coal, and rapid economic growth. The recently adopted recommendations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) emphasize integrating carbon reduction, pollution control, green expansion, and economic growth. The plan focuses on building a robust ecological security barrier and fostering green development forces. Ding outlined three global climate policy priorities: maintaining the right direction by balancing environmental protection, economic development, employment, and poverty alleviation; translating climate pledges into action by adhering to the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities; and enhancing openness and cooperation by promoting international collaboration in green technology and industry, removing trade barriers, and ensuring the free circulation of high-quality green products. Ding also met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, stressing the importance of true multilateral cooperation and the UN’s role in international affairs. Additionally, Ding highlighted China’s commitment to preserving tropical rainforests, essential for humanity’s well-being, and pledged to strengthen cooperation in this area. China’s efforts underscore its dedication to global climate policy and the importance of international collaboration for sustainable development and environmental preservation.
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CBvS versterkt inzet voor financiële inclusie en educatie
Suriname has officially unveiled its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy (NFIES) for 2024–2027 during the National Symposium on Financial Inclusion and Education. The event, organized by the Central Bank of Suriname (CBvS) in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Planning, signifies a pivotal step in ensuring accessible financial services and enhancing financial literacy across the nation.
CBvS Governor Maurice Roemer emphasized that financial inclusion is ‘not an option but a national necessity.’ He highlighted that excluding large segments of the population restricts the country’s economic potential. The strategy focuses on five key pillars: access, usage, quality, protection, and education. Roemer also stressed the importance of balanced anti-money laundering regulations to prevent unintended exclusion of vulnerable groups.
Acting President Gregory Rusland underscored the inseparable link between financial stability and inclusion during his opening remarks. ‘An economy is truly stable only when all citizens can fully participate in the financial system,’ he stated. The symposium aimed to accelerate practical solutions and deepen collaboration among stakeholders.
In her closing address, Minister of Finance and Planning Adelien Wijnerman called for sustained cooperation among the government, financial institutions, NGOs, and international partners. ‘Financial inclusion and education are cornerstones of national development. Let today not mark the end of a meeting but the beginning of a movement,’ she urged.
The NFIES was refined in partnership with the Alliance for Financial Inclusion. During the two-day session, progress and priorities of the strategy were evaluated, leading to the formulation of new action points. These include strengthening the regulatory framework for financial inclusion, promoting digital payment solutions, expanding financial education programs, and fostering deeper collaboration between the public and private sectors.
The event concluded with the signing of a joint declaration, reaffirming Suriname’s commitment to sustainable financial inclusion and education as integral components of its development trajectory.
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BLTO: stop verdere ontwrichting beroepsonderwijs; ultimatum over Van Sypesteynschool
The Bond Leraren Technisch Onderwijs (BLTO) has vehemently opposed the proposed transfer of the C. van Sypesteynschool to the Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (AVO). In a strongly worded letter addressed to Robby Holband, Director of Vocational Education, the union demands an immediate halt to the transfer and the removal of school furniture. The BLTO has issued an ultimatum, expecting a response by 12:00 PM on Monday, November 10, 2025.
Under the leadership of Chairman René Bilkerdijk and Vice-Chair Jenifer Ballo, the BLTO argues that the Van Sypesteynschool, named after former governor Cornelis van Sypesteyn, holds significant historical and educational value. As the only technical vocational school in the Rainville district, it plays a crucial role in preserving technical education in the region. The union highlights that the school, with over 40 students, is considerably better attended than other institutions, such as the Oedraising Varma-school, which has only 15 students.
The BLTO also points out that there is sufficient capacity within the general primary education system, making the conversion of the school unnecessary. Furthermore, the union emphasizes that overcrowded classrooms at the STS-1 school demonstrate a growing need for more technical education capacity, not less.
The union expresses dissatisfaction with recent reforms in vocational education, criticizing the lack of adjustments or revisions to what it deems ‘ill-considered innovations.’ Instead, the BLTO calls for additional admissions to sustain these changes.
Reiterating its previous demands, the union urges the Directorate of Vocational Education to seriously address the following issues:
– Saving vocational education;
– Reintroducing the CBNO (Central Bureau for Industrial Education);
– Resolving issues related to section hours and part-time hours;
– Ensuring equal treatment for hourly wage workers.The BLTO insists that the Directorate of Vocational Education listens to the concerns and proposals of schools this time, emphasizing the need for meaningful dialogue and action.
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China’s CO2-uitstoot piekt later dan verwacht, ambitieuze klimaatdoelen
China, the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases, is projected to reach its peak carbon emissions later than previously anticipated. A recent survey of 68 climate experts reveals that 70% expect emissions to peak around 2028, a shift from earlier predictions that suggested a peak by 2025 or sooner. This delay underscores the complexities of China’s transition to a greener economy. In September, the Chinese government announced ambitious climate targets, including a 7-10% reduction in emissions from peak levels by 2035 and a goal for non-fossil fuels to account for over 30% of energy consumption. By 2060, China aims to achieve carbon neutrality, aligning with President Xi Jinping’s vision of an ‘ecological civilization.’ These objectives highlight China’s dual role as both the largest emitter and a global leader in green technologies such as wind and solar energy, as well as electric vehicles. Despite these efforts, climate specialists argue that China’s current ambitions fall short of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C, the target set by the Paris Agreement. China’s climate policy is under close international scrutiny, especially given the U.S.’s temporary withdrawal from the agreement and mounting global pressure. China’s strategy is annually reviewed and refined through documents like the ‘Nationally Determined Contributions’ (NDCs), which outline national emission reduction targets. The upcoming COP30 climate conference in Brazil, starting November 6, is seen as a critical moment to assess whether China and other nations will contribute sufficiently to combating climate change. The conference follows preparatory events, including a business meeting in São Paulo and a ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, setting the stage for high-stakes negotiations. In summary, China faces the dual challenge of peaking its emissions in the coming years and then drastically reducing them. The interplay of political will, technological innovation, and international pressure will determine China’s continued leadership in the global climate transition.
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EBS roept nogmaals op zuinig om te gaan met stroom
The N.V. Energiebedrijven Suriname (EBS) has announced a temporary power generation shortfall from Saturday, November 8, to Wednesday, November 12, 2025, due to urgent maintenance on several power generation units. This maintenance will hinder the company’s ability to fully meet the electricity demand during this period. According to EBS, power shortages are expected to occur from early afternoon until approximately 3:00 AM on weekends. On weekdays, particularly Monday and Tuesday, power cuts may begin in the morning and extend into the early hours of the following day. Depending on the grid’s load, certain neighborhoods could experience outages lasting up to five hours, with at least one occurrence during the maintenance period. The specific areas affected will not be announced in advance, as they depend on real-time electricity demand. EBS has assured that critical facilities such as hospitals and police stations, along with areas connected to the same power lines, will be exempt from these outages. The utility company has urgently appealed to all consumers to conserve electricity as much as possible during these days to mitigate the impact of the power disruptions.
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CIIE 2025: Handel als brug naar een gedeelde, welvarende toekomst
The China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2025, held in Shanghai, has once again proven to be a cornerstone of global trade and economic collaboration. With its largest exhibition space to date and a record number of exhibitors, the event attracted 4,108 foreign participants from 155 countries and regions, showcasing over 430,000 square meters of innovation and opportunity. The expo, themed ‘New Era, Shared Future,’ featured 461 new products, technologies, and services, highlighting advancements in new materials, energy, and environmental protection technologies. Chinese Premier Li Qiang, during the opening ceremony, emphasized the importance of maintaining equality and mutual benefit in international trade. He called for fairness and justice in global economic governance and reaffirmed China’s commitment to high-quality development and openness. Li also highlighted China’s role in promoting the Global Governance Initiative and improving the WTO-based multilateral trading system. The event coincided with the release of the World Openness Report 2025 and the World Openness Index at the Hongqiao International Economic Forum, further solidifying Shanghai’s position as a hub for international economic dialogue. The CIIE not only celebrates the ancient tradition of trade but also paves the way for a future of shared prosperity and innovation.
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Venetiaan stond voor waardigheid, vrede en erkenning van slachtoffers
Suriname is in mourning following the passing of former President Ronald Venetiaan, a revered leader celebrated for his unwavering commitment to peace, human dignity, and moral leadership. The Foundation 8 December 1982, in a heartfelt statement, highlighted his profound contributions to the democratic legal order and his enduring dedication to honoring the victims of the December Murders. The foundation specifically recalled December 8, 2009, when President Venetiaan, as head of state and commander-in-chief of the National Army, unveiled the National Monument Bastion Veere. This act served as a powerful gesture of recognition and rehabilitation for the fifteen men who were murdered in 1982 for their advocacy of democracy and justice. Sunil Oemrawsingh, the foundation’s chairman, emphasized Venetiaan’s personal connection with many survivors and victims’ families, noting his consistent presence at memorial services and tributes as a testament to his deep empathy and humanity. During his presidency, Venetiaan also laid the groundwork for the official investigation into the December Murders, a courageous step toward truth and justice. The foundation concluded, “Suriname has lost a great statesman, but his legacy lives on in the ongoing struggle for truth, justice, and unity.”