Surinamese Move Against Cuba

National Intelligence Daily

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In a television address, Bouterse reviewed the Grenadian situation, noting “certain problems” in Suriname’s relations with Cuba and expressing concern about the activities of the Cuban Ambassasador. The Army Commander said that projects undertaken within the framework of bilateral agreements would be drastically curtailed.

Comment: Bouterse admired Bishop’s revolutionary charisma, and he probably perceives that Bishop was abandoned by Cuba. The chilling of relations with Havana is probably a reaction to what Bouterse may view as a possible future challenge to his position by pro-Cuban radicals, as occurred in Grenada. At the same time, however, Bouterse’s remarks were carefully worded to avoid isolation from the far left and preserve his future with it and the nationalists, whose continued support he must retain.

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October 27, 1983
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