{"id":210017,"date":"2026-11-12T12:12:40","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T15:12:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keynews.sr\/?p=210017&preview=true&preview_id=210017"},"modified":"2026-11-12T12:14:31","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T15:14:31","slug":"suriname-diplomatic-week-brings-together-diplomats-entrepreneurs-and-citizens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/keynews.sr\/en\/suriname-diplomatic-week-brings-together-diplomats-entrepreneurs-and-citizens\/","title":{"rendered":"Suriname Diplomatic Week brings together diplomats, entrepreneurs and citizens"},"content":{"rendered":"
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From 16 to 25 November 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business and Cooperation (BIS) will organise Suriname Diplomatic Week 2026. With a ten-day programme, the ministry aims to make diplomacy more accessible to society and strengthen cooperation between Suriname and international partners.<\/div>\n
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During the event, diplomatic missions, international organisations, entrepreneurs, students and citizens will come together. The focus will be on international cooperation, trade opportunities, investment, education and cultural exchange.<\/p>\n

In the run-up to the event, the ministry held an information session for its staff on Monday 9 November. Steering committee chairman Juan Pawiroredjo provided an explanation of the objectives and the various activities that will be organised during the diplomatic week.<\/p>\n

Secondary school students introduced to diplomacy<\/h2>\n

Suriname Diplomatic Week will begin on 16 November with educational activities for young people. Until 19 November, secondary school students will have the opportunity to visit various diplomatic missions.\u00a0In addition, masterclasses will be held at the ministry, where young people will be introduced to the daily work of diplomats and the significance of Surinamese foreign policy. With this, the ministry primarily aims to generate greater interest in international relations and diplomacy among young people.<\/p>\n

The official opening reception will take place on Wednesday 18 November. Diplomats, international delegations and other invited guests are expected to attend.<\/p>\n

Diplomatic activities accessible to the public<\/h2>\n

An important part of the programme is Embassies Under the Stars<\/em>, which will be held on Thursday 19 November. This will be followed by the Diplomatic Village<\/em> from 20 to 22 November, at and around Prins Ballroom on Commewijnestraat.\u00a0During these activities, the public will have the opportunity to become better acquainted with diplomatic missions and international organisations.<\/p>\n

Various Trade & Investment Sessions are also on the programme. These meetings focus on strengthening trade relations and exploring investment opportunities.\u00a0A symposium on foreign policy and various working visits will also be organised.<\/p>\n

International cooperation and economic opportunities<\/h2>\n

According to steering committee chairman Pawiroredjo, Suriname Diplomatic Week offers an opportunity to make society more aware of the possibilities offered by international cooperation.\u00a0The event should not only increase the visibility of diplomacy, but also contribute to establishing contacts between international partners, the Surinamese business community and civil society organisations.<\/p>\n

Pawiroredjo has asked ministry staff to actively disseminate information about the event, so that as many interested persons as possible can learn about the activities.<\/p>\n

Registration and participation<\/h2>\n

Various parts of Suriname Diplomatic Week are accessible to the wider public. The ministry will provide further information on the full programme and registration procedure through its official communication channels.<\/p>\n

With this initiative, BIS aims to bring diplomacy closer to citizens while creating a platform for knowledge exchange, economic cooperation and international contacts that can contribute to the further development of Suriname.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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