Port-au-Prince, August 28, 2026
As Haiti continues to face a deep political and security crisis, the Alternative Table and its allies have proposed an 18-month provisional presidency as part of what they describe as a “Consensus for National Salvation.”
The proposal calls for a non-partisan and exceptional provisional presidency, with no possibility of renewal. The future provisional president would also commit not to seek elected office for five years after leaving office.
The proposed transition would focus on three priorities: governance, security and elections. Among the measures suggested are audits of public contracts and public funds, the suspension of partisan appointments, and the creation of a 12-ministry Consensus Government.
On security, the proposal calls for stronger coordination between the Haitian National Police (PNH) and the Haitian Armed Forces (FAd’H), along with measures to combat armed groups and establish transitional justice mechanisms.
On the electoral front, the initiative calls for a reassessment of the current process, adjustments to the electoral calendar and the publication of a new electoral decree. Its stated objective is to hold general elections before February 7, 2028.
The proposed provisional president would have to meet strict eligibility requirements, including being at least 40 years old, having resided in Haiti during the previous three years, and demonstrating recognized experience in administration, law, management, academia or diplomacy.
A nine-member Selection College would be responsible for choosing the provisional president following a public call for candidates. The selection would require a two-thirds majority and would be conducted publicly to promote transparency.
The initiative also proposes several safeguards to prevent abuses of transitional power, including an oath before the Court of Cassation, an ethics charter and restrictions on decisions that could bind the State for more than 12 months.
The proposal now faces a crucial test: whether it can attract broad support from Haiti’s political actors, civil society and other sectors of national life.
Editorial : Sinoïs Francius
Production: Sinoteam Media Info
