The government of Suriname has backed down from opening an embassy in Jerusalem, Israel – at least from the time being.
In a recent statement to Parliament, President Chandrikapersad Santokhi said no money has been allocated in the budget to set up a diplomatic post.
With this statement, the head of government backtracked on the promise made by his foreign minister, Albert Ramdin, to his Israeli colleague, Yair (Yah-air) Lapid, during his working visit to Israel last month.
Ramdin’s promise caused a great deal of commotion and backlash in Suriname, especially among the Muslim community.
The president also indicated in parliament that the cooperation relationship with Israel will be given further substance from Suriname.
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