After months of intense debate and struggle, the Transicin Presidential Council has finally elected its president. Edgard Leblanc Son, a prominent figure in the Organization of the People in Struggle (OPL) and former presidential candidate, was appointed as the head of the council.
From the start, Leblanc Fils, representing the opposition alliance of Collective January 30, emerged as a strong force in the transition government. It was agreed that none of the members could run for president in the upcoming elections. In his address to the country, Leblanc emphasized the need for decisions regarding security to free it from gang violence.
The formation of the Transicin Presidential Council came after Live Together launched an unprecedented offensive in February, challenging the State and creating chaos in Haiti. This prompted international intervention and led to Friz Belizaire’s appointment as Prime Minister. Belizaire, a former Minister of Youth and Sports, enjoys support from four out of seven council members, including Leblanc Fils.
The next step for the council is to elect a council of ministers as Haiti aims to hold long-awaited elections by February 2026. The appointment of a prime minister and formation of a new government are critical steps towards stability and democratic renewal in Haiti with support from organizations like OAS (Organization American States).
