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Suriname Elects First Woman President Amid New Political Era

  • Suriname's parliament elected Jennifer Simons as the first woman president on Sunday, marking a historic change for the country.
  • Jennifer Simons accepted the position and stated she will ensure that wealth benefits all citizens, especially the youth and those with limited opportunities.
  • She aims to manage expected oil revenues for the population's benefit.
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The Surinam National Assembly made history by electing this Sunday Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, 71, as the first woman to hold the presidency of the South American country. READ ALSO: Suriname Government confirms negotiations to form coalition after general elections Its election, a historic moment of national significance for this small country of South America, was given by acclamation, after the current ruling party did not present a candidate …

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Suriname has been independent since 1975. Now Jennifer Geerlings-Simons is the first woman to lead the South American state. The 71-year-old doctor takes over the country in an economically sensitive situation.

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Demerara Waves broke the news in on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
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