On Friday, 12 September the Government of Suriname, through the Ministry of Oil, Gas and Environment, hosted a high-level stakeholder consultation to present its integrated strategy and development vision in preparation for the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), scheduled for November 10–21, 2025, in Brazil.

The session brought together key stakeholders from government, the private sector, civil society, academia, and youth organizations. Senior officials in attendance included the Vice President of the Republic of Suriname, the Chairman of Parliament, and the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Economic Affairs, and Land Policy and Forest Management, underscoring the national importance of Suriname’s COP30 preparations. The Ministry of Oil, Gas and Environment, led by Minister Patrick Bruinings, is serving as the lead ministry for Suriname’s COP30 delegation, coordinating efforts across sectors to ensure a unified national approach. 

The purpose of the session was to present Suriname’s strategic direction ahead of COP30, engage key stakeholders in shaping a cohesive national climate agenda, and clarify Suriname’s positioning within the UNFCCC negotiation process. It also served to deepen understanding of how Suriname’s voice is advanced through international negotiating blocs such as the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) and the Group of 77 (G77), which advocate for the interests of climate-vulnerable and developing countries.

Suriname’s COP30 strategy is built on three strategic pillars: Conservation and sustainable use of Natural Resources, transition to a sustainable economy, international cooperation and climate justice.

Several next steps have been identified. These include refining Suriname’s national climate and development agenda based on stakeholder input, finalizing and submitting NDC 3.0, and strengthening Suriname’s strategic positioning within UNFCCC negotiations. The government will also advance proposals such as the TFFF, continue cross-sectoral engagement, and work with UNDP to mobilize climate finance.

UNDP Suriname is actively supporting these efforts by the Climate Promise initiative, a flagship global program led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This initiative helps countries strengthen and implement their climate commitments under the Paris Agreement, promoting inclusive, sustainable development and climate resilience. It provides technical and strategic support to enhance national climate policies, mobilize climate finance, and foster inclusive stakeholder engagement. Through its involvement, UNDP ensures that Suriname’s development vision aligns with global climate goals and reflects the voices of all sectors of society.