Haitian Government Denies Publication of Decree on Transitional President Council
Government Stance
The Haitian government has denied the publication of a decree regarding the appointment of members of the Transitional President Council (CPT) in the official newspaper “Le Moniteur.”
In a statement, the Ministry of Communication emphasized that contrary to rumors circulating on social media, no decree has been published. The statement added that the government is working to make these appointments as quickly as possible and in the best possible conditions.
Media Reports
Media reports indicated that Sandy Alexis, Justice of the Peace of Pétion-Ville, sought to meet with the media to verify the authenticity of a document circulated online, naming the members of the Council. However, the media reportedly rebuffed him.
CPT Demands
The CPT members have called for the Council to be installed as soon as possible, accusing the Ariel Henry government of seeking to introduce major modifications that could further stall the process of bringing about peace and security in the French-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country.
The political, economic, religious, and civil society organizations want the Council installed in the form and content defined in the Political Agreement for a Peaceful and Orderly Transition of April 3, 2024.
Government Response
Prime Minister Henry has indicated that he will step down once the CPT is officially installed. A new prime minister was sworn in ahead of the fresh elections.
UN and CARICOM Response
Last weekend, the UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the 15-member CARICOM group welcomed the establishment of the CPT.
Conclusion
The Haitian government’s denial of the publication of the decree has raised concerns about the transparency of the process and the potential for further delays in the country’s transition to a new government. The CPT members’ demand for the Council’s installation as soon as possible highlights the need for a swift and efficient process to restore peace and security in Haiti.
FAQs
Q: What is the Transitional President Council (CPT)?
A: The CPT is a body responsible for overseeing the transition of government in Haiti.
Q: Who will be appointed to the CPT?
A: Seven voting members and two non-voting observers will be selected from Haiti’s political spectrum.
Q: Why is the appointment of the CPT members delayed?
A: The delay is attributed to disagreements over the form and content of the Political Agreement for a Peaceful and Orderly Transition.
Q: What is the UN’s and CARICOM’s stance on the CPT?
A: They have welcomed the establishment of the CPT and called for a swift and efficient process to restore peace and security in Haiti.