1 mission of Suriname in Barbados: Consulate of Suriname in Bridgetown, Barbados. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Athos Jean Ho-Kong-King, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Suriname is an intriguing destination for Barbadians due to its rich ecological diversity and cultural heritage. While its tourism sector is smaller compared to more popular global locations, it remains significant for the country's economy and international relations. This makes Suriname appealing to a segment of the Barbadian population.
Suriname is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Barbados. The murder rate in Suriname is lower at 5.7 per 100,000 people compared to Barbados' 11.4. Additionally, female murder rates are also lower in Suriname (2.3) than in Barbados (4.1). When looking at organized crime indices, Suriname scores better in mafia groups (2.5 vs. Barbados' 5.0) and has a comparable score in crime networks (5.0). However, it does have higher scores in state crime (8.0) and resource crime (9.0), which may indicate some areas of concern. Overall, while there are certain crime issues in Suriname, the lower murder rates and specific organized crime indices suggest that it can be a safe destination for tourists from Barbados, provided they take standard travel precautions.