and both nations agreed to establish diplomatic relations that have allowed for the building of a strong friendship over half a century. Consequently, the ties between the two nations have followed a natural course, steadily strengthened through frank dialogue, cooperation, and solidarity over five decades.

In 2025, Mexico and Suriname renew their commitment to strengthening the bonds between two societies led by women, two exceptional presidents devoted to improving the living conditions of their peoples: President Claudia Sheinbaum and President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons.

The Greater Caribbean is the natural space shared by Mexico and Suriname, two nations of the extended Caribbean located at extremes of the region. This condition makes it strategic to maintain dialogue, mutual understanding, and the promotion of cooperation. Mexico closely follows Suriname’s growing energy potential, which could soon make it a leading producer of hydrocarbons in the Western Hemisphere. Meanwhile, Suriname recognizes Mexico’s export capacity, making it an attractive source of high-quality goods and services for its production needs and domestic market.

After fifty years, the bilateral relationship is currently experiencing one of its best periods, as a result of institutional dialogue through the Mechanism for Consultations on Matters of Common Interest. This has allowed the implementation of cooperation initiatives since 2023, particularly in the cultural field, as confirmed in 2024 with the First Mexican Film Festival in Paramaribo. Furthermore, in February 2025, a high-level dialogue between foreign ministers took place in Mexico City, reflecting the strength and mutual understanding that characterize bilateral relations.

By the end of 2024, bilateral trade reached 26 million U.S. dollars, a significant year-on-year increase of 40% compared to the previous year. Given Mexico’s economic strength and Suriname’s growing dynamism, there is considerable opportunity to expand exchanges. Mexico primarily exports iron and steel pipes and tubes, with the potential to open the Surinamese market to vehicles manufactured in Mexico. Suriname, for its part, mainly exports frozen fish and is exploring opportunities to commercialize other products such as rice, especially during drought periods in Mexico, making it a viable alternative for the country’s food security.

In forums such as the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), the Organization of American States (OAS), and the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), Mexico and Suriname work together to strengthen dialogue, cooperation, and regional integration, as well as to uphold shared values: regional solidarity, democracy, and human rights. Mexico strongly supported the Surinamese candidate Albert Ramdin, who in May became the first Caribbean national to be elected Secretary General of the OAS for the 2025–2030 term.

Fifty years after the beginning of this friendship, Mexico and Suriname look to the future with optimism, committed to continuing to build a mutually beneficial relationship for both nations and for the Greater Caribbean, working toward shared prosperity and the well-being of their peoples. Both countries, proudly led by two talented women, reaffirm their commitment to fostering greater mutual understanding.

Victor Hugo Morales Meléndez
Ambassador of Mexico to Suriname