Haiti-Elections: US Welcomes Publication of Electoral Decree

Through State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott, the United States welcomed the adoption of the electoral decree by the Council of Ministers. According to the diplomat, this act constitutes a major step forward towards the realization of the upcoming elections.

“The approval of this text represents ‘an important step’ towards the return of security, political stability, and the right for the Haitian people to freely choose their leaders. Washington recalls that this electoral framework had been long awaited in a country plunged into a deep crisis.

Tommy Pigott calls on Haitian stakeholders to work constructively to create the necessary conditions for credible and inclusive elections.

Washington also reaffirms its commitment to support Haiti in achieving its objectives.

The adoption of the decree comes at a time when gangs continue to extend their abuses. Arcahaie remains under severe threat, while Petite-Rivière and Pont-Sondé, in Artibonite, have recently suffered deadly attacks. The commune of Kenscoff is also facing violence attributed to armed groups from the “Viv Ansanm” coalition.

The Haitian National Police is still struggling to regain control of the areas. The Multinational Security Support Mission (MSSM), led by Kenya, has not managed to contain or repel armed groups in several strategic areas, despite the hopes raised upon its arrival.

Gedeon Delva