Charges for use of Corentyne River: Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce urges timely & amicable resolution 

See full statement from the Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce:

The Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce has taken note of the recent public statements issued by the Governments of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and the Republic of Suriname regarding the matter of charges related to activity on the Corentyne River.

As a Chamber committed to strengthening trade, investment, and private sector cooperation between both countries, SGCC believes this issue should be addressed through continued diplomatic dialogue and direct engagement between the two Governments.

Matters of this nature have implications not only for bilateral relations but also for the businesses, operators, and communities whose livelihoods depend on predictable and stable cross-border commercial activity.

Suriname and Guyana share a long history of neighbourly relations, growing economic ties, and a common interest in advancing regional cooperation. It is therefore important that any differences or areas of concern be managed in a spirit of mutual respect, open communication, and constructive problem-solving.

The Chamber is particularly mindful of the importance of minimizing uncertainty for the private sector. For businesses to operate effectively, there must be clarity, consistency, and confidence in the framework governing cross-border trade and transport. Prolonged uncertainty risks disruption to commercial activity and may affect the wider climate for investment and cooperation.

In this regard, SGCC respectfully encourages both Governments to continue engaging each other directly, with a view to achieving a practical and mutually acceptable understanding on the way forward. The Chamber remains hopeful that this matter can be resolved in a timely and amicable manner, consistent with the strong relationship between Suriname and Guyana and the shared objective of supporting trade, development, and private sector growth in both countries.

SGCC remains encouraged by the broader history of cooperation between our two nations and trusts that this same spirit will guide the resolution of the present issue.