September 2024

Baseline Gold Announces Strategic Partnership with Central Bank of Suriname

Historic agreement establishes Baseline Gold as the premier validated gold export brand, with full Central Bank certification and oversight for all exports.

Partnership Announcement

September 2024 - Baseline Gold is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with the Central Bank of Suriname (CBvS) to validate and certify all gold exports under the Baseline Gold brand. This historic agreement represents a new standard in gold trade transparency and compliance.

Key Partnership Elements

Central Bank Validation

•All Baseline Gold exports receive official CBvS certification
•Each shipment undergoes rigorous verification processes
•Digital certificates issued through blockchain technology
•Real-time tracking and validation systems implemented

Quality Assurance

•Minimum 99.9% gold purity guaranteed
•Independent assay verification at certified laboratories
•Chain of custody documentation from mine to vault
•Quarterly third-party audits of all operations

Compliance Framework

The partnership establishes unprecedented compliance standards, including full KYC/AML procedures for all transactions, OECD Due Diligence Guidance implementation, Conflict-Free Gold Standard certification, and environmental and social governance (ESG) reporting.

Benefits for Stakeholders

For Buyers

•Guaranteed authenticity through central bank validation
•Complete transparency in sourcing and processing
•Reduced counterparty risk with government oversight
•Simplified import procedures with pre-validated documentation

For Suriname

•Enhanced international reputation in gold markets
•Increased foreign exchange earnings
•Formalization of artisanal mining sector
•Technology transfer and capacity building

Statement from Central Bank Governor

"This partnership with Baseline Gold represents Suriname's commitment to becoming a leader in responsible gold production. By combining our regulatory oversight with Baseline Gold's innovative approach, we are setting new standards for the global gold trade," stated the Governor of the Central Bank of Suriname.

Implementation Timeline

•September 2024: Partnership agreement signed
•October 2024: Validation systems operational
•November 2024: First certified exports shipped
•Q1 2025: Full integration with international markets