Suriname is currently at an important crossroad with its trip towards economic and international development. Foreign investors are increasingly showing eyeing Suriname partly because of the expected economic impulses from the offshore olie industry.
But reckless statements that are made by politicians during their election campaigns could do more harm than good to the nation’s economic prospects. Echter, roekeloze
Finance and Planning
Minister Stanley Raghoebarsing is warning politicians to stop tainting the reputation of Suriname. “Let's not destroy our country with words,” said Minister Raghoebarsing who urged politicians to stop dragging Suriname through the mud. The Finance minister explained that the whole world is watching the developments in Suriname and that investors want stability and certainty. “Everybody wants to come here to do business and to make in estments. A safe investment climate is crucial and I say that we are still the safest country in the Caribbean,” said the minister who added that Suriname currently meets international standards regarding the measures aimed at tackling money laundering. This contributes to the positive perception of Suriname as reliable trade partner and investment opportunity. The elections are right around the corner so
Raghoebarsing urged political parties to act responsibly and to keep the election race clean so that the country's reputation is not dragged through the mud.
