Port-au-Prince, Haiti witnessed a significant political transition on February 7, 2026, as the Presidential Transitional Council (CPT) formally concluded its mandate in a ceremony at the Villa d’Accueil. Outgoing President and Council Coordinator Laurent Saint-Cyr officially transferred authority to Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, adhering to the constitutional provisions outlined in the CPT-establishing decree while emphasizing the importance of governmental continuity.
The transfer ceremony was attended by high-ranking officials including government ministers, the Director General of Police, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, representatives from the Anti-Gang Force, and members of the diplomatic corps, underscoring the event’s significance in Haiti’s political landscape.
In his farewell address, Saint-Cyr characterized February 7th as a day of reflection and learning, acknowledging that Haiti’s ongoing governance crisis stems from multiple complex factors. He described the CPT’s mandate as an exceptionally challenging undertaking, noting that promised resources and support essential for fulfilling their mission failed to materialize. Despite these challenges, Saint-Cyr clarified that Haiti would not experience an institutional void following the CPT’s dissolution, as stipulated by the April 3rd Agreement. He confirmed that Prime Minister Fils-Aimé and the Council of Ministers would continue their work to stabilize the nation, with Marie Élisabeth Régine Joseph Haddadla, Secretary General of the Presidency, assuming responsibility for safeguarding the institution’s integrity.
In response, Prime Minister Fils-Aimé expressed gratitude to the departing CPT members and announced his immediate plans to address the nation that evening. He further revealed intentions to convene an extraordinary cabinet meeting promptly to initiate governmental operations without delay, signaling a commitment to maintaining administrative momentum during this transitional phase.