Bilateral Diplomacy: Suriname President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons used a visit to Santo Domingo to push a deeper strategic alliance with the Dominican Republic, including renewable energy, agriculture, tourism, sustainable development, and parliamentary exchange—plus a practical tourism win: visa-free entry for Dominicans with valid US or Schengen visas. Cultural Heritage & Justice: Amsterdam’s National Slavery Museum competition moved forward with ten international design teams selected, with Caribbean and Surinamese perspectives built in—highlighting the role of Curaçao historian Rose Mary Allen and artist Lyongo Juliana in the “Our Voices” team. Community & Youth: Caribbean Airlines’ sustainability push continues with a Guyana Career Caravan at four secondary schools, introducing students to aviation and tourism careers. Public Safety & Health: A Surinamese court remanded two women on cocaine-related charges, underscoring ongoing drug enforcement pressures. Culture, Music & Lifestyle: Action Bronson’s “Planet Frog” keeps the spotlight on Suriname references in his lyrics, mixing travel swagger with hip-hop style. Sports & Safeguarding: UNICEF, the Guyana Football Federation, and the Rights of the Child Commission trained football professionals on child safeguarding and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.