Electoral Decree Voted: Government Confirms August 30, 2026, as First Round Date

Adopted unanimously and now published in Le Moniteur, the Electoral Decree sets the course: the first round of elections will be held on August 30, 2026. The CPT and the government reaffirm their commitment to a swift return to constitutional order. Port-au-Prince, December 1, 2025 — The electoral process reaches a decisive stage in Haiti. Meeting in a solemn session this Monday, the Council of Ministers, chaired by Laurent Saint Cyr, President of the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT), unanimously adopted the Draft Electoral Decree. A few hours later, this decree was officially published in Le Moniteur, confirming the government's will to promptly materialize the return to constitutional order. During the Council of Ministers meeting this Monday, December 1, the government finally adopted the new electoral decree. Validated by the CPT, this text paves the way for the elections the country has awaited for too long. The CEP now has all the prerogatives to publish the electoral calendar and issue the call for elections. A major step forward on the path to re-establishing constitutional order in Haiti. However, one element particularly drew attention: the notable absence of the perennial opposition figure and presidential advisor Fritz Alphonse Jean. Once again, he was conspicuously absent when it came to approving essential measures for the country. It should also be noted that, despite the promise to hold all Council of Ministers meetings at the National Palace, this one ultimately took place at the Villa d’Accueil — yet another unkept promise by the authorities in power. A strong act following the decree's publication: the date for the first round of elections is now set for August 30, 2026, an announcement that clarifies the transition roadmap and addresses the population's urgent expectations. Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, accompanied by members of the government and the CPT, reaffirmed the executive's determination to organize a “transparent, inclusive, and secure” electoral process. He emphasized that all state resources would be mobilized to ensure strict adherence to this calendar. The published Electoral Decree precisely defines the organizational modalities, control mechanisms, and deadlines to be respected, thus providing a clear and legal framework for holding the elections. Its publication in Le Moniteur constitutes a strong signal to the nation and international partners: the government is resolutely moving towards the restoration of institutional stability. Concluding its work, the Council of Ministers assured that the path to elections is now irreversible. The government will continue its collaboration with all relevant institutions to guarantee the holding of the first round on August 30, 2026, a key step towards an effective return to democratic governance. However, one point continues to raise questions: persistent insecurity.
Given the scale of armed violence, population displacement, and damage recorded in several areas, many citizens doubt the state's actual capacity to secure the electoral process. The success of the ballot will closely depend on progress made in securing the territory, voters, and materials. The editorial team