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1799 Dossier in progress

The Amical Arrangement

Governors of Berbice and Suriname sign an 'Amicable Arrangement'. The Courantyne River becomes the border — including all islands — under Surinamese jurisdiction. This is the first de jure basis for Suriname's territorial claim.

Historical Significance

The only legally recognized boundary determination. Without this document, there is no legal basis for any other claim to the Tigri area.

Expanded dossier coming soon

The detailed dossier on this subject is currently being optimized by our historians and will be available soon.