Desi Bouterse
Desi Bouterse is a former President of Suriname, known for his controversial leadership and military background. His presidency, which lasted from 2010 to 2020, was marked by significant political turmoil and allegations of human rights abuses, leaving a complex legacy that continues to influence current political dynamics.
Born on Oct 13, 1945 (79 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Suriname | 5 | 3.80 | 1.90% | +60% | 586,634 | 17,844 | $4,600 | 140$ |
| Totals | 5 | 586,634 | 17,844 | $4,600 | 140$ |
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse's previous borrowing practices are mentioned as a cautionary tale for the current government.
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse's past policies contributed to Suriname's current debt situation with China.
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Suriname:
GBoss's belief in the potential for change comes from conversations with the now-deceased Desi Bouterse, who was receptive to artists.
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Suriname:
The SLM has been in severe turbulence partly due to the actions of the NDP government led by Desi Bouterse.
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse was a former president and dictator of Suriname, whose past actions complicate the king's visit.
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse is the president whose disastrous policies sparked protests led by Jessurun.
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Suriname:
Former president Dési Bouterse was convicted in 2019 for his role in the December murders of 1982 and has been on the run since January 2024.
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse was the leader of the National Army during the Internal War in Suriname.
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse was the military leader during the time of Herman Gooding's murder and is a significant political figure in Suriname.
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Suriname:
Desi Bouterse was the president who named a barracks after Christien Clark's husband.
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