AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWiretapping Dispute: Suriname’s government denied that the President’s Office authorized illegal phone interceptions, calling opposition MP Krishna Mathoera’s allegations “pure fantasy.” Mathoera raised concerns in parliament as lawmakers considered changes to investigative powers, arguing surveillance needs strict legal safeguards. Mennonite Deportations: Authorities spent SRD 1 million to transport about 60 Mennonites from the interior to Paramaribo and are awaiting approval to deport them over unclear residency status and lack of permits. A lawyer is challenging the removals. Public Safety: Fire stations are struggling with broken trucks and staff shortages, while firefighters say they lack proper gear to safely respond to recurring fires at the Ornamibo dump. Human Rights Review: The UN Human Rights Council is set to examine Suriname’s record on November 2, its fourth review since 2011. Cuba Vote: Suriname backed a UN resolution condemning the US embargo, joining most CARICOM states despite regional divisions.
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