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Note on Suriname

 

Constitution of Suriname of 1987

Chapter IV: International principles

Article 7

1. The Republic of Suriname recognizes and respects the right of nations to self-determination and national independence on the basis of equality, sovereignty and mutual benefit.

2. The Republic of Suriname promotes the development of the international legal order and supports the peaceful settlement of international disputes.

3. The Republic of Suriname rejects any armed aggression, any form of political and economic pressure, as well as every direct or indirect intervention in the domestic affairs of other States.

4. The Republic of Suriname promotes the solidarity and collaboration with other peoples in the combat against colonialism, neo-colonialism, racism, genocide and in the combat for national liberation, peace and social progress.

5. The Republic of Suriname promotes the participation in international organizations with a view to establishing peaceful coexistence, peace and progress for mankind.

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Note on Suriname

Suriname became a member of the United Nation on December 4, 1975. Article 7 of the 1987 Constitution of Suriname, states that "The Republic of Suriname promotes the development of the international legal order" and specifically states that the "Republic of Suriname promotes the solidarity and collaboration with other peoples in the combat against colonialism, neo-colonialism, racism, genocide and in the combat for national liberation, peace and social progress."

Despite this statement of commitment, Suriname has NOT yet become a Party to the Genocide Convention.