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    Suriname

    Suriname at a glance

    Capital city

    Paramaribo

    Population

    634K

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $850/month (Current Market Data, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Free, score 79/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    1.82/5 — rank 55/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Dutch

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    People & culture

    The culture is a beautiful mosaic of Hindustani, Javanese, Creole, and Indigenous traditions, creating a society that truly values harmony and diversity. The nation remains a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking a community-oriented lifestyle.