Suriname Second Voluntary National Review 2025

The Government of the Republic of Suriname presents its second Voluntary National Review (VNR) on the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This report reflects the national commitment to sustainable development and Suriname's dedication to leaving no one behind. Building upon the foundation laid in the first VNR presented in 2022 - which focused on SDG 4, 8, 13 and 17 -, this review offers a comprehensive overview of progress made across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

This second VNR comes as Suriname navigates both domestic development challenges and global transitions. While significant strides have been made - particularly in economic stabilization and social inclusion - the process has also reaffirmed the need for greater resilience, equity, and partnership.

The VNR’s structure follows the 17 Goals’ thematic sequencing while highlighting interlinkages and cross-cutting issues such as climate resilience, gender equality, human rights, and institutional capacity. Each SDG chapter presents an overview of policy initiatives, statistical trends, stakeholder insights, key lessons learned, and opportunities.