Offshore Oil Buildout in Suriname: Saipem has officially started operations for Suriname’s first large-scale offshore development, GranMorgu, after the Normand Navigator arrived and moored at Jules Sedney Harbour in Paramaribo; the SURF work covers subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines in 100–1,100m water depths, with first production targeted for 2028 under TotalEnergies (40%), APA (40%) and Staatsolie (20%). New Gas Signal for Block 52: Suriname President Jennifer Simons says Petronas has made another gas discovery at offshore Block 52 (Swartzia Aspasia Complex-1), adding to eight discoveries totaling over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent, with a final investment decision expected this year for gas development. Airport Tech Upgrade: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) introduced Common Use Passenger Processing System (CUPPS) technology via Ink Innovation’s partner Wintel, aiming to improve passenger processing and airline interoperability with multiple carriers already migrating or in certification. Local Research & Discovery: Founders Metals reported new gold results at its Antino Gold Project in southeastern Suriname, including 53.1m of 1.21 g/t Au from surface in a newly tested area west of Upper Antino. Health Milestone: WHO recognized Suriname for malaria elimination at the World Health Assembly, alongside other global public health awards. Regional Tech/Policy Context: A panel on “Regulating AI” discussed AI governance and the growing need for cross-department leadership structures like a Chief AI Officer, with Suriname’s Andrew Baasaron among contributors.