Observers from CARICOM say voting was generally free and fair. The VHP remains well ahead of Bouterse’s NDP.

With about 90% of votes counted, the Progressive Reform Party (VHP), led by former Justice Minister Chandrikapersad "Chan" Santokhi, is set to win 20 seats in Suriname's 51-seat Parliament. Bouterse’s NDP is likely to secure 16. Santokhi has called on the NDP to concede defeat, but Bouterse calls for a recount. Parliament will select the next president by August; the candidate must win two-thirds of the votes. The VHP has begun talks with other parties to secure a majority in parliament.

With about 90% of votes counted, the Progressive Reform Party (VHP), led by former Justice Minister Chandrikapersad "Chan" Santokhi, is set to win 20 seats in Suriname's 51-seat Parliament. Bouterse’s NDP is likely to secure 16. Santokhi has called on the NDP to concede defeat, but Bouterse calls for a recount. Parliament will select the next president by August; the candidate must win two-thirds of the votes. The VHP has begun talks with other parties to secure a majority in parliament.

In a trial in a military court, Bouterse is found guilty of the murder of the fifteen government critics on 12/20/82. He is sentenced to twenty years in prison, but is immune from imprisonment because he is president.

Military court finds Pres Desi Bouterse guilty of murder of fifteen political opponents after a coup in 1982. Currently in China on a state visit, Bouterse was expected to return on 11/30 or 12/1. The opposition calls for his resignation. Bouterse has denied the charges and has the right to appeal. Six military officers were also convicted.

Bouterse reelected unopposed.

All fifteen men arrested are tried, found guilty and killed. Bouterse announces that they were shot trying to flee.

In the last three days, fifteen people who have criticized Bouterse’s regime are arrested.