St. Vincent and the Grenadines has entered a new chapter of leadership as the New Democratic Party (NDP) led by Dr. Godwin Friday has won the majority of seats in today’s General Election.
According to preliminary reports, Dr. Friday’s NDP won 11 of the 15 parliamentary seats, positioning him to become SVG’s next Prime Minister and bringing an end to the 25-year rule of the Unity Labour Party (ULP) led by Dr. Ralph Gonsalves.
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC has since extended her congratulations to the Prime Minister–Elect of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
In a message shared on X, she stated: “Tonight, I congratulate the people of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on a successful general election, where a resounding democratic mandate was given to the New Democratic Party (NDP) and Dr. Godwin Friday, the Prime Minister Elect. I commend the citizens of Saint Vincent for upholding the highest ideals of democracy. May God bless the newly elected government as they begin this new chapter of service to the people of Saint Vincent. 🇻🇨🤝🇹🇹”
Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness also offered his congratulations to the incoming government, noting: “This is an important moment for the Vincentian people, who have participated in a peaceful and democratic process to shape the future of their nation. I wish Dr. Friday every success as he undertakes the responsibility of national leadership, and I pray God’s guidance and wisdom upon him in the work ahead. Jamaica values its close friendship with St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and we look forward to strengthening our cooperation as we continue to build a more resilient and prosperous Caribbean region together. May this new chapter bring hope, unity, and progress for all Vincentians at home and across the diaspora.”