In Suriname, the vehicle carrying the coffin of former President Desi Bouterse departed from his residence in Leonsberg. The white vehicle left around 12:45 PM (Dutch time) heading to the National Democratic Party (NDP) office, Bouterse’s party.
His funeral takes place today. The procession passes significant locations in Paramaribo for Bouterse, with his body visible in an open casket.
Later in the afternoon (Surinamese time), people can pay their respects at the party office before the cremation.
Source: NOS