Partnerships for Prosperity: Opportunities for International SMEs to do Business in and with Suriname’
20 Jun 2025
Executive Conference Room
Executive Conference
As Suriname enters a transformative phase driven by its emerging oil and gas sector, the role of international SMEs becomes increasingly pivotal—not only in supporting operational excellence within the energy value chain but also in fostering long-term economic resilience. In oil and gas, SMEs can provide targeted expertise in logistics, hospitality, and industrial services, helping Surinamese companies streamline processes, reduce costs, and adopt global best practices. Beyond hydrocarbons, partnerships with international SMEs offer Suriname a pathway to diversify its economy—an essential step to avoiding the "Dutch disease." By bringing in innovation, technological solutions, and global market access to sectors such as tourism, agriculture, and industrial production, SMEs can help strengthen local capabilities and drive inclusive, sustainable growth. The key lies in strategic collaboration—matching local ambition with global experience.
