President Droupadi Murmu is on her first-ever state visit to the Republics of Suriname and Serbia from June 4-9, 2023. She will take part in the festivities honoring the 150th anniversary of the Indians’ arrival in Suriname as a Chief Guest and engage with people from the Indian community and diaspora. She will also visit significant historical and cultural sites. her visit will be jam-packed with bilateral meetings and activities
Suriname has placed high hopes in India’s G20 Presidency to voice their concerns. In January, during his visit to India, President Santokhi said “India has taken the leadership of the G20 to bring a new order of peace and solidarity.”
President Droupadi Murmu will visit Serbia from June 7-9. She will meet with President Aleksandar Vui, Prime Minister Ana Brnabi, and Speaker of the National Assembly Vladimir Orlic. She will also address a business event and interact with the Indian community and friends of India.In a statement, MEA informed, “The President will be visiting Paramaribo, Suriname, at the invitation of President Chandrikapersad Santokhi. President will hold bilateral talks with President Santokhi.”