Vucic: Serbia appreciates Suriname's de-recognition of so-called Kosovo

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received Surinamese FM Albert Ramdin on Monday, and noted that Serbia highly valued Suriname for its decision to de-recognise the unilaterally declared independence of the so-called Kosovo.

This confirms Suriname's friendship with Serbia and a commitment to the fundamental principles of international law and the UN Charter, he said.

In a statement, the presidential press office said Vucic and Ramdin had exchanged views on directions for further development of the traditionally friendly ties between Serbia and Suriname and advancement of overall bilateral cooperation.

Vucic proposed the formation of a joint commission on cooperation to facilitate the process of defining areas offering opportunities to establish stronger cooperation, including health care, education and sports, the statement said.

Ramdin said Suriname's decision to de-recognise the so-called Kosovo was unquestionable and that Suriname remained committed to respect of Serbia's territorial integrity and sovereignty.