Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a conversation with Suriname President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons on July 18, 2025. The discussion focused on reinforcing the partnership between the United States and Suriname, particularly in areas such as security cooperation, energy security, and regional stability.
According to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, Secretary Rubio congratulated President Geerlings-Simons on her election victory. He highlighted the strong relationship between the two countries based on shared interests and mutual prosperity in the hemisphere. Secretary Rubio also praised Suriname's efforts to enhance investment policies.
Both leaders explored opportunities for increasing U.S. private sector involvement in Suriname and supporting its economic diversification.
