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Suriname

Suriname is a presidential republic, located in South America. Christianity is the predominant religion. Its capital is Paramaribo. About 639,850 people live there (2025).

Capital
Paramaribo
Population
639,850 (2025)
Region
Americas (South America)
Area
163,820 km²
Demonym
Surinamer
Languages
Dutch
Form of Government
Presidential republic
Religion
Christianity (49.6%)
Hinduism (22.3%)
Islam (13.8%)
Currency
Surinamese dollar (SRD)
GDP
$4.5B (2025)

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BrazilFrench Guiana (France)Guyana

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