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Suriname
Suriname at a glance
Population: 442,968 (2004e)
Capital: Paramaribo
Currency: Guilders
Language: Dutch (official)
Literacy: 95% (95% M / 95% F)
Life Expectancy: 66 M / 71 F
UN Development Index (2005):
86 / 177 countries
Source: International Trade Canada
Country Information
Suriname Fact Sheet
From International Trade Canada, this page provides up to date background information on Suriname including political and economic data .
CIA World Fact Book
The best site for a quick overview of Suriname. Includes basic information on geography, people, government, economy, transportation and more.
US Department of State
Provides some basic background information on Suriname.
Resources for Canadians
Centre for Intercultural Learning - Suriname
Discover the cultural aspects of doing business in Suriname from what to wear to non-verbal communication. A superb site.
Canadian High Commission in Guyana
This high commission serves Suriname and provides information for Canadians.
Suriname Travel Report
The current travel report from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Sources of project financing - Suriname
A list of possible sources of funding.
Canada's market access priority for Suriname
A brief article on the Suriname market potential for Canadian companies.
