#8Investments (Dutch translation) presented to Minister of Regional Development and Sports in Suriname

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Anton de Kom University of Suriname

#8Investments (Dutch translation) presented to Minister of Regional Development and Sports in Suriname

On August 17, 2021 Se-Sergio Baldew from the Anton de Kom University of Suriname met with the Surinamese Minister of Regional Development and Sports and her team and handed over the Dutch version of the #8investments that work for physical activity. He had the opportunity to discuss the document and how it can support the Ministry’s mission to promote physical activity and sports in all parts of the country.

Suriname is a low-middle-income South American county with a high burden of non-communicable diseases. Therefore, it is important for Suriname that investments that work are made to promote physical activity.

Article contributed by Se-Sergio Baldew

Photo Credits: Ministry of Regional Development and Sports

Se-Sergio Baldew

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