Suriname

  • Dec 3, 2019
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Murder ruling raises electoral uncertainty in Suriname

A military court has found President Desi Bouterse guilty of murder and sentenced him to 20 years in prison

Suriname
  • Dec 28, 2018
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Suriname electoral reform will boost re-election bid

The government has proposed an electoral reform that will facilitate President Desi Bouterse's re-election hopes in 2020

Suriname
  • Jun 24, 2015
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Economic risks may mount in post-election Suriname

Despite Bouterse's comfortable win, the weaker economy will raise corruption and social spending concerns

Suriname
  • Jul 23, 2010
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SURINAME: Bouterse to face international isolation

On July 19, former de facto leader Desi Bouterse was elected president by the National Assembly....

Suriname
  • Jan 5, 2010
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SURINAME: Ethnic rights issues underpin recent riots

Brazil has evacuated some of it citizens from the town of Albina following riots on December...

Suriname
  • Nov 8, 2007
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GUYANA/SURINAME: Boundary ruling may boost investment

A UN tribunal issued its decision on the maritime boundary between the two countries on September...

Guyana
  • Jan 9, 2006
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CARIBBEAN: 2006 brings economic, political challenges

Governments are seeking an appropriate response to the consolidation of powerful trading blocs...

Caribbean
  • Aug 16, 2005
  • 6 min read

SURINAME: Weakened Venetiaan enters third term

President Ronald Venetiaan was inaugurated to serve a third term on August 12. The August 3 vote...

Suriname