In yesterday's general parliamentary election in the Republic of Suriname, no party attained a majority of the seats. Despite the political uncertainly, the country's economic policies are unlikely to change drastically, so we have affirmed the 'B+' long-term sovereign credit rating on the republic. The outlook is positive because we could raise the rating if the country's monetary and fiscal policies remain stable through the upcoming government transition. On May 26, 2010, Standard&Poor's Ratings Services affirmed its 'B+' long-term sovereign credit rating on the Republic of Suriname. The outlook remains positive. The affirmation follows the May 25, 2010, general parliamentary election in Suriname. Preliminary election results show that the Mega Combination coalition of the political party of the
