Politics & Government Guide in Haiti
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions
Haiti is governed by a Transitional Presidential Council established in April 2024 following the resignation of interim Prime Minister Ariel Henry, with a mandate expiring February 7, 2026. The country has no elected president or legislature since 2023 and faces severe security challenges from gang violence, with elections planned for August and December 2026. The international community and Haitian elites are negotiating governance arrangements for the post-transition period.
Press Freedom
Moderate
Government Type
Semi-presidential republic
Legal System
Civil law system based on Napoleonic code
Head of State
President Transitional Presidential Council (TPC)(since 2024)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Garry Conillesince 2024
Political Indicators
Press Freedom
Scale: 0-100
Difficult
Reporters Without Borders (2024)
Legislature
Voting Rights
All Haitian citizens aged 18 and above have the right to vote in national elections
Recent Developments
- Transitional Presidential Council established April 2024 with mandate expiring February 7, 2026
- Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) created September 2024 to oversee 2026 elections scheduled for August 30 and December 6
- International UN-backed security mission deployed to address gang violence and restore state authority
- Transitional government faces internal divisions and criticism over effectiveness in addressing criminal networks and gang violence
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