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Ralph Gonsalves Ousted in St. Vincent's Political Shift

11/28/2025

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Ralph Gonsalves lost his bid for a sixth consecutive term as Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in the 2025 elections.
Early results show a victory for the opposition New Democratic Party (NDP), led by Dr. Godwin Friday.
The NDP advocated for closer ties with China and a citizenship-by-investment program, contrasting with Gonsalves' Unity Labour Party (ULP), which aimed to maintain existing foreign policies.
This election marks a significant shift, ending Gonsalves' 25-year political dominance.

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Ralph Gonsalves lost his bid for a sixth consecutive term as Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in the 2025 elections.
Early results show a victory for the opposition New Democratic Party (NDP), led by Dr. Godwin Friday.
The NDP advocated for closer ties with China and a citizenship-by-investment program, contrasting with Gonsalves' Unity Labour Party (ULP), which aimed to maintain existing foreign policies.
This election marks a significant shift, ending Gonsalves' 25-year political dominance.