Historical Border Conflicts
Throughout its history, Suriname has dealt with various border disputes and territorial claims. Below you will find an overview of the key issues that have shaped our country's borders.
4 historical dossiers
1667–present
Timelines, sources and legal context
Tigri Area
The illegal occupation of the Tigri triangle by Guyana since 1969.
Main dossier · 1799–present · 13 events
Southeastern border · French Guiana · diplomatic context
Litani Issue
The border dispute in the southeast with French Guiana (France).
Brazil · border demarcation · historical maps
The Southern Border
The historical establishment of the border with Brazil.
1667 · colonial transfer · origin of Suriname
Treaty of Breda
The exchange of New Amsterdam for Suriname in 1667.
Chronological starting points
Why this history matters
Correct cartography begins with correct historical context. These dossiers show why Suriname's borders must be shown carefully, completely and without weakening the territorial position.
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