Suriname country profile
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1970-01-01 08:00
Provides an overview of Suriname, including key dates and facts about this South American country.

Suriname, once known as Dutch Guiana, is one of South America's smallest countries. It enjoys a relatively high standard of living but also faces serious political and economic challenges.

Since independence from the Netherlands in 1975, Suriname has endured coups and a civil war. Suriname is one...

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