Latest news in Suriname? September 22nd, 2026
22-09-2026
Key developments and news reported in Suriname around September 22, 2026:
H5 Bird Flu Outbreak Detected: The Surinamese government and agricultural authorities confirmed an outbreak of the H5 avian influenza following sudden, mass chicken mortalities at a commercial poultry farm. Containment measures and biosecurity protocols have been activated to limit its spread.
Caribbean National WeeklyMilestone Progress on the GranMorgu Offshore Oil Project: State oil company Staatsolie and operator TotalEnergies reaffirmed that the $12 billion offshore GranMorgu development in Block 58 remains on schedule for its initial oil output in mid-2028. High-level reviews confirmed offshore component fabrications and vessel preparations are moving forward as planned, with further offshore exploration slated for 2027.
Ocean Energy Resources+ 1Guyana-Suriname Cross-Border Ferry Contingency: Authorities in Suriname and neighboring Guyana have been working out operational alternatives for border transit as the primary ferry, MV Canawaima, faces an upcoming withdrawal from service for major rehabilitation work.
Newswires by CountryAviation Blacklist Removal Efforts: The Ministry of Transport and aviation regulators continue infrastructure upgradessuch as radar systems and instrument landing equipmentaiming to resolve European Union aviation certification issues for aircraft registered in the country.