AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOffshore Oil: TotalEnergies’ Block 58 campaign is moving toward a December start, with Noble rigs contracted for 32 wells through 2029 under deals worth US$753 million. Separately, PETRONAS has awarded Valaris’ DS-18 a two-well exploration contract offshore Suriname, expected to begin this quarter. Mining Investment: Greenheart Gold’s CEO praised Suriname and Guyana for honouring mineral agreements, saying stable terms give investors greater confidence in the Guiana Shield. Trade and Industry: IDB data show Caribbean exports grew 19.1% in the first half of 2026, with growth concentrated in Guyana and Suriname and supported by energy and mining products. Trinidad-based Witco reported a 20% rise in nine-month profit, while exports to Suriname and Guyana helped offset pressure at home. Land and Agriculture: Suriname has expelled more than 60 Mennonite farmers over immigration and regulatory violations, amid continued scrutiny of rainforest clearing and agricultural land deals. Energy Policy: Surinamese energy expert Dave Abeleven told a Curaçao summit that renewable expansion needs clear laws, independent oversight and investment security, alongside grid and storage upgrades.
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