AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTrade and Investment: Latin American and Caribbean goods exports rose 19.5% in the first half of 2026. Higher oil and commodity prices drove growth in Guyana and Suriname, while the IDB says stronger trade could attract investment. AI for Businesses: At Suriname’s first AI Summit, Minister Andrew Baasaron urged wider access for small businesses and called for local digital products, not just reliance on foreign technology. Satellite Forest Protection: Saamaka communities are using satellite technology to defend their rainforest, linking digital tools with Indigenous stewardship. Gold Exploration: Miata Metals reported a high-grade intercept at its Sela Creek project: 13.59 metres grading 10.33 grams of gold per tonne, including 3.56 metres at 37.62 grams per tonne. Archaeology and Conservation: Researchers say mapping Suriname’s archaeological sites could help protect forests and recognize Indigenous guardianship.
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