Johan Adolf Pengel
Johan Adolf Pengel was a prominent Surinamese politician and the first Prime Minister of Suriname, serving from 1973 until 1978. He played a significant role in the country's transition to independence from the Netherlands in 1975. Pengel was known for his leadership during a critical time in Suriname's history, advocating for national development and social reform. The international airport in Suriname, Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport, is named in his honor, reflecting his impact on the nation's identity and infrastructure.
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The airport is named after Johan Adolf Pengel, a notable figure in Suriname.
Leerling-piloot maakt noodlanding bij Wit Santi na motorproblemen – de Ware Tijd
Suriname· 2026-02-21
Johan Adolf Pengel was the former prime minister who commissioned the establishment of the state television station STVS.
Hoogste onderscheiding voor Frits Pengel – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-11-23
Johan Adolf Pengel's collaboration with Jagernath Lachmon was characterized as a 'marriage of convenience' that brought stability during a diverse societal period.
Hans Breeveld over de wording van de Surinaamse staat – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-11-03
He was the founder of Suriname's first television station, STVS.
STVS viert 60 jaar televisiegeschiedenis in Suriname – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-10-18
Johan Adolf Pengel opened the Surinaamse Televisie Stichting in 1965.
Taboe doorbreken – Mental health voor mediaprofessionals – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-10-06
Johan Adolf Pengel was associated with the National Party Suriname and had differing views on the political landscape.
Verbroederingspolitiek was meer gericht op politieke samenwerking – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-09-29
Johan Adolf Pengel is another significant political figure referenced by Reshma Roopram's mother.
‘Mensen willen het verschil voelen in hun leven’ – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-07-16
Johan Adolf Pengel is the namesake of the airport where the theft occurred.
Diefstal Johan Adolf Pengel-luchthaven opgelost – de Ware TijdSuriname· 2025-06-23