The Suriname Business Forum (SBF) has been announced as a strategic partner for the upcoming Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) 2026, further strengthening collaboration between Suriname’s private sector and regional energy stakeholders.
Founded in 2007, SBF serves as a key platform for promoting private sector development and fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors in Suriname. The forum’s initiatives—such as the Suriname Business Development Center—focus on entrepreneurship, trade, and job creation, particularly in response to new opportunities emerging from Suriname’s growing oil and gas industry.
The partnership with CEW 2026 aligns with national efforts to ensure that the country’s energy boom translates into tangible economic benefits. President Geerlings-Simons recently announced plans to launch a National Local Content Program in 2026, which will prioritize local hiring, regional training centers, and financial hubs for businesses.
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Sandra Jeque, International Conference Director at Energy Capital & Power, described the collaboration as a vital step in connecting Surinamese businesses with global energy players.
“Through our partnership with the Suriname Business Forum, Caribbean Energy Week is proud to provide SBF members with direct access to international investors, policymakers, and energy leaders,” she said.
As an official partner, SBF will help bridge local enterprises with international investors and organizations shaping the Caribbean’s energy future.
Scheduled to take place from March 30 to April 1, 2026, in Paramaribo, CEW 2026 will be held under the theme “Leveraging Energy Diversity Across the Caribbean.” The three-day event will bring together policymakers, investors, and innovators to explore investment opportunities and regional energy collaboration.
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