“The ABOP has decided to put the nation’s best interest first. This is a out Suriname,” said Brunswijk who added that there were fierce internal discussions as a section of the party pointed out that the ABOP emerged as the third biggest party in the country and that it was therefore entitled to having more influence in the new government. Brunswijk acknowledges that feeling put emphasized that the political reality and responsibility towards the nation outweigh the party's wishes. “Sometimes you know that something is yours but that you have to let it be and look forward to a better moment,” said Brunswijk who added that the talks with the other parties were tense. Brunswijk explained that he also had a talk with

  Gregory Rusland, the NPS’ candidate for the vice presidency, to remove any misunderstandings. “We spoke like  gentlemen. No harsh words, no hard feelings,” said Brunswijk who added that after their talk he also decided to support Rusland. “We wanted to remove all uncertainty and misery for the nation,” said Brunswijk whose party initially also eyed the vice presidency. According to  Brunswijk, it took a while for the ABOP to make a final decision because the other parties from the coalition did not acknowledge the political reality.  “The party with the most seats is supposed to get first choice and than the first runner up and the second runner up. But that did not happen. That is why it took so long,” who clearly referred to the chairwoman of the National Democratic Party (NDP), Jennifer Simons. The chairman of the ABOP made it clear that he did not want the country to go through a crisis. “One could fight but sometimes one has to join the other. This is not about Brunswijk, this is about Suriname,” said Brunswijk who added that none of the 34 people who signed the list could present another candidate. “The law states that one cannot support two candidates for the same post.” Brunswijk urged his party to move forward and to keep working together.  “We have done our homework. We have watered down our demands and we have chose for stability in the country. You are welcome,” said Brunswijk. With this decision the ABOP has officially taken a step back in exchange for tranquility on the political stage but Brunswijk is keeping the door open for future collaboration and influence. Brunswijk called on his party to look towards the future and to prepare for the elections of 2030. “As of today we will work for those 32,000 people who voted for us and others. We must do our homework better,” said Brunswijk who added that the ABOP wants to collaborate in a constructive manner but that at the same time it will keep a close eye on the actions of the government.