The official report of the Local Content Conference 2025 summarizes the outcomes of three days of structured dialogue among the Government of Suriname, the National Assembly, Staatsolie, the private sector, financial institutions, international partners, and civil society organizations.

Key highlights from the report include:

• A shared definition of local content for Suriname, serving as a foundation for policy, regulation, and implementation
• Clear recommendations on financing local content, including the role of Afreximbank and other financial institutions
• Insights on the sustainable use of natural resources, linked to economic diversification and the energy transition
• Policy and implementation-oriented inputs, focusing on local enterprise development, compliance, and capacity building
• An initial framework for a Local Content Roadmap, outlining follow-up actions beyond the conference

The report provides a common reference point for continued cooperation and policy development, reinforcing Suriname’s commitment to sustainable growth, stronger local capacity, and long-term shared prosperity.