Politics & Government Guide · HaitiPolitics & Government Guide in Haiti
Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions
Haiti remains in a prolonged political transition following the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, with no elections held since 2016 and parliament inactive since 2019. The Transitional Presidential Council and Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime lead a caretaker government amid severe gang violence controlling 90% of Port-au-Prince. Elections are planned for 2026-2027 contingent on security improvements, supported by international missions.
Government Type
Transitional presidential republic
Legal System
Civil law system influenced by the Napoleonic Code
Head of State
Transitional Presidential Council Transitional Presidential Council(since 2024)
Head of Government
Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime(Independent)since 2024
Legislature
Voting Rights
Haitian citizens aged 18 and older have the right to vote in national and local elections.
Recent Developments
- Transitional Presidential Council established in April 2024 after Prime Minister Ariel Henry stepped down
- Electoral decree approved in December 2025 scheduling first round of elections for August 2026
- Multinational Security Support mission transitioned to Gang Suppression Force in September 2025
- Drone operations against gangs conducted since March 2025, resulting in over 500 deaths
- Constitutional reform process initiated by transitional authorities in 2025
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