Suriname is set to elect Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, its first female president, who runs unopposed following her party's success in a recent assembly election. The National Democratic party, which secured 18 seats, formed a coalition giving Geerlings-Simons the necessary votes. Outgoing president Santokhi's party did not nominate a candidate due to a failure to gain a parliamentary majority. Despite its independence and recent oil discoveries, Suriname remains one of the poorest countries in the region, and Geerlings-Simons will take office amid significant economic potential starting around 2028.
Suriname is poised to elect its first female president, Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, who will run unopposed after the ruling party decided not to field a candidate.
Geerlings-Simons's National Democratic party secured a narrow lead with 18 seats, allowing her to form a coalition with five other parties to reach 34 seats.
Suriname has discovered significant offshore oil reserves that could generate billions, yet it remains one of the poorest countries in the region.
Outgoing president Santokhi's party failed to secure the majority needed for him to run again, leading to Geerlings-Simons's unopposed election.
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