Energy Diplomacy: Suriname’s Oil, Gas and Environment Minister Patrick Brunings says the Strait of Hormuz crisis has put “energy security” back on the table, and he’s pitching Suriname’s newly found offshore gas as a potential “safe haven” supply source to U.S. and other investors after a March meeting with U.S. State Department energy officials. Offshore Oil Outlook: A new report says Suriname has improved seismic coverage and is building logistics and local content capacity for first offshore production in 2026–2029, with GranMorgu ramp-up targeted for 2028 and possible gas commercialization via Block 52. Clean Energy for Fisheries: The CRFM STAR-Fish project is scaling clean energy interventions across Caribbean fisheries, including Suriname, with plans for renewable tech, cold storage upgrades, and low-carbon certification support for fish processing. Regional Trade Push: Trinidad and Tobago’s Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) is sending a large delegation to Guyana and Suriname (June 8–14) to line up business-to-business meetings and market intelligence for high-growth sectors. Aviation Safety: The EU Air Safety List update removes Kyrgyz carriers and adds Air Express Algeria, tightening EU operating restrictions. Mining & Exploration: Miata Metals has closed its TSX Venture listing, advancing district-scale gold exploration in Suriname’s Guyana Shield, including the Sela Creek project. Governance & Risk: A report links a record West Africa-to-Europe cocaine shipment (Arconian) to a wider trafficking route, including a Surinamese suspect among armed men.