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VI Premier congratulates Suriname on 48th independence anniversary

The Government of the Virgin Islands, via its Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has congratulated the people of Suriname as they celebrated their country's independence from the Netherlands. Photo: GIS/Internet Source/File
Among the many other leaders extending congratulations to Suriname was CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla N. Barnett, who said the milestone in the nation’s history marks the triumph of self-determination and freedom, as evidenced by the remarkable progress made by the Republic of Suriname since achieving independence. Photo: Caricom
Among the many other leaders extending congratulations to Suriname was CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla N. Barnett, who said the milestone in the nation’s history marks the triumph of self-determination and freedom, as evidenced by the remarkable progress made by the Republic of Suriname since achieving independence. Photo: Caricom
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, via its Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has congratulated the people of Suriname as they celebrated their country's independence from the Netherlands.

Suriname gained complete independence from the Netherlands on November 25, 1975.

‘May our bonds of friendship become even stronger’- Premier

Dr Wheatley in his message to the people of the Republic of Suriname said the Government and people of the [British] Virgin Islands is grateful for the strong bonds of friendship that exist with the Government and people of the Republic of Suriname.

“I had the opportunity to visit Suriname when they hosted the Caricom Heads of Government meeting in 2022, and the hospitality, cultural richness, and physical beauty a witnessed was awe-inspiring. I wish the Republic of Suriname a hearty congratulations on their 48th year of independence, and may our bonds of friendship become even stronger!" Dr Wheatley said.

Among the many other leaders extending congratulations to Suriname was CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla N. Barnett, who said the milestone in the nation’s history marks the triumph of self-determination and freedom, as evidenced by the remarkable progress made by the Republic of Suriname since achieving independence.

“The national commitment to the tenets of Justice, Faith, and Loyalty, and the unwavering spirit of resilience and dedication have provided a solid foundation for progress towards securing a prosperous future,” Dr Barnett said in her congratulatory message to the President of Suriname His Excellency Chandrikapersad Santokhi.

Meanwhile, the VI remains a Territory of Britain, which has threatened to suspend its constitution if it does not implement reforms as recommended by the lone commissioner of a Commission of Inquiry sponsored by the United Kingdom (UK) during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The UK has also been accused of not honouring its obligations under the UN Charter to help the Virgin Islands along the path to self-determination.

9 Responses to “VI Premier congratulates Suriname on 48th independence anniversary”

  • Rubber Duck (26/11/2023, 12:42) Like (2) Dislike (6) Reply
    Only the bvi here pie assing over it’s own independence from the slave master
    • @ Caribbean (26/11/2023, 13:39) Like (1) Dislike (5) Reply
      Many persons RUBBER DUCK here in the BVI cheering for their Countries Independence, when it has reached another milestone -Having big bash. making gesters about the BVI,-that they can never be independient but still their Country may seems like it's still not profitable to them.
      How is that Rubber Duck?
  • Native Senior Citizen of the British Virgin Islands (26/11/2023, 13:28) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    The Topic issue is not an irrelevant, by why Try to distract us from our core and current challenging issues Why now, Premier, why now after years in the power seat of local leadership, why now?
    Of all the challenges we are facing in the BVI does 48th independence of the people of Suriname a higher priority to you more than the unborn babies in the womb of expected mother, some unemployed, some low paid, some nearly making ends meet, some mentally stressing, and other discombobulated.
    Remember, Hon. Premier Natalio Sujande Wheatley, the main responsibility of a leader is and foremost to defend the defenseless, lift up the fallen, and strengthen the weak in this world is uneven competition without disregarding the needful contribution of the financial strong in this world of chaotic diversities of languages, cultures, and ethnicity.

    Defend the youths

    In the Country of Brasil, South America, I read that there a many homeless youths that made up the population of the country. Due to uneven political leaders and other problems the hundreds of thousands of homeless youths unattended for have caused greater spikes in serious crimes. I read, though unable to confirm so, that from time to time the political leaders would approve for soldiers to rid the cities, particular the Capital City, of street youths. The read that the method being used is a shoot-to-kill method. After that their carcass are loaded in trucks, then droved far in mountainous areas, and dumped.

    The BVI hasn't, and hopefully will never end think of such atrocious behaviors, but must bear in mind that the future is unknown by all humans. A good present helps molds a good future. Help save the youths, without disregarding the poor, and elderly people of the BVI.

    Thank you, though, for the information of the 48th Anniversary of the political Independence of people of Suriname. I am happy for them. I share in their political freedom, if they treat all there citizens, the foreigners, and neighbors as they should.
  • just remember (26/11/2023, 14:46) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    The virgin islands party was not elected to maintain the status quo, but to bring about the systemic changes necessary to achieve a more equitable in the bvi characterised by economic and social equity and equality.
    • @just remember (27/11/2023, 00:16) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      Welll, things are worse than ever now so I’d say it’s time for a new plan.
  • BVI love (26/11/2023, 16:45) Like (2) Dislike (7) Reply
    Independence is a MUST WE DEMAND IT NOW
  • Independence? (26/11/2023, 18:55) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    Since independence from the Netherlands in 1975, Suriname has endured coups, a civil war, and economic hardship. I have family in Suriname and they are not celebrating.

    • @ independence? (26/11/2023, 23:18) Like (0) Dislike (4) Reply
      At no point in your rambling, incoherent blog were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Stop write lies to justify oppression and coloism
  • Fed Up (27/11/2023, 08:31) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Why no one in the bvi government is speaking out against the genocide in Palestine? I read on this platform where governor Ranking says he supports a two states solution. However, Israeli occupation makes two states a virtual impossibility.

    The present path of Israel war is untenable and can lead only to continuous conflict.


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