Jade Charity Tjon

Representative of Suriname at the Inter American Development Bank Group

[Ilan Goldfajn @igoldfajn]

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to congratulate 🇸🇷 new President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons and her government on their election. I expressed @the_IDB’s strong support for #Suriname and look forward to deepening our collaboration to boost economic growth and sustainable development to the benefit of all Surinamese.
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Gisteren heb ik de gelegenheid gehad om de nieuwe president van 🇸🇷, Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, en haar regering te feliciteren met hun verkiezing. Namens @the_IDB sprak ik onze krachtige steun uit voor #Suriname. We kijken uit naar een nauwere samenwerking ter bevordering van economische groei en duurzame ontwikkeling, in het belang van alle Surinamers.

[Ilan Goldfajn @igoldfajn]

Great to meet @OAS_Official new Secretary General Albert Ramdin today. @the_IDB stands ready to continue our collaboration to build a stronger and more prosperous Hemisphere.
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Encantado de reunirme hoy con Albert Ramdin, nuevo Secretario General de @OAS_Official. @el_BID está listo para continuar nuestra colaboración para construir un hemisferio más fuerte y próspero.
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Foi ótimo me reunir hoje com o novo Secretário Geral da @OAS_Officia Albert Ramdin. O @BIDbr está pronto para continuar nossa colaboração na construção de um Hemisfério mais forte e próspero.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

I was happy to host the meeting of Albert Ramdin, Secretary General-elect of the @OAS_official, with Ilan Goldfajn, President @el_BID. It was highly productive, focusing on enhancing collaboration among Inter-American institutions and identifying key areas for cooperation.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

The dialogue with civil society at the @OAS_official with Minister Ramdin, was enlightening. It was refreshing to see so many voices come together, reinforcing the pivotal role civil society plays in shaping policies that affect our communities.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Today, I joined Minister Albert R. Ramdin, candidate for @OAS_official Secretary General as he shared his compelling vision for revitalizing the OAS and tackling regional challenges. His commitment to multilateralism, democracy, and sustainable development shone through. #oas

[OAS @OAS_official]

Final comments by candidate for OAS Secretary General, Albert Ramdin of Suriname, in special meeting of the Permanent Council #ElectionsSG_OAS

[OAS @OAS_official]

Presentation by candidate for OAS Secretary General, Albert Ramdin of Suriname in special meeting of the Permanent Council #ElectionsSG_OAS

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

We just wrapped up the Consultation with Caribbean Governors of the @the_IDB in Nassau, Bahamas. Focus on reforms to implement IDB+ strategy. This engagement reaffirmed the IDB’s commitment to empowering #Caribbean nations.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

I had a productive first meeting of 2025 with the #Ambassador of #Suriname in DC. We covered a wide range of topics, highlighting the many #developments underway and the work that lies ahead. Excited for what’s to come!

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Honored to open and organize the "Understanding Autism" workshop with the All In for Disability Inclusion ERG and HR at @the_IDB. @LiveWellEd led an enlightening session on autism, its challenges, and creating a neurodiverse-friendly workplace.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Visit the PURP Expo in “Het Park” #suriname to learn about the transformative projects that preserve our heritage and promote sustainable growth for all Surinamers.
#Suriname #UrbanDevelopment #WorldHeritage #CommunityEngagement

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

We're revitalizing Paramaribo's waterfront through the PURP project with the @the_IDB. This initiative not only beautifies our city but also supports local businesses, boosts tourism, and strengthens community ties.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Happy 49th Independence Day, Suriname! #srefidensi. Always an honor to host a reception at the @the_IDB to commemorate the independence of Suriname and other Caribbean countries. We were privileged to have the IDB President and Executive Vice President as our esteemed guests.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Visited the @the_IDB Detention Basins Infrastructure Project. Providing essential water services to San Salvador, this initiative fosters economic growth and resilience in vulnerable areas. Our commitment to sustainable solutions tackles social and environmental challenges.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Seeing our @the_IDB projects in El Salvador highlighted the importance of education. Quality education equips children with essential skills and helps break the cycle of poverty. Investing in education is not just a necessity it's a pathway to sustainable growth and opportunity.

[Diletta Doretti @DilettaDoretti]

It’s a wrap for this year #WBGMeetings! Great ending with the Small States Forum hearing the perspective of #suriname and #guyana @JadeTjon @Ashni_K_Singh

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

As the world's finance ministers gather at the IMF and World Bank Annual meetings, Suriname is appealing to the international community and to multilateral banks to let forest-rich developing countries pay debt in carbon credits.
#WBGmeetings
@WorldBank @el_BID

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Great to be alongside the Finance Ministers of Suriname and Guyana, and the Country Representative of the World Bank for Guyana and Suriname. Our shared vision and strong partnership are driving economic resilience and sustainable growth in the region.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

Historic milestone for Suriname as we joined the @WBG_IDA today. By joining IDA, we can better address education, job creation, and opportunities for our most vulnerable citizens.

[Jade Charity Tjon @JadeTjon]

It was a pleasure to meet U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. Our conversation underscored the importance of the collaboration between #Suriname and the #USA. Engaging with a pioneering leader like her, who champions financial inclusion and economic equality, was insightful.