Haiti Brings World to Brink as CPT Term Ends Without Elections, Former PMs Warn of Power Vacuum

Haiti teeters on the brink of chaos as its constitutionally mandated two-year term comes to an end without a general election, leaving the Forum of Former Prime Ministers warning of a potential power vacuum that could render the government illegitimate. The country's leadership crisis poses a significant threat not only to Haiti's fragile democracy but also to regional security.

As the last remnants of stability in a nation plagued by decades-long instability, Haiti's situation is particularly dire. The impending expiration of the Council President's term on February 7 marks a critical juncture in Haiti's democratic trajectory. According to Article 101 of Haiti's Constitution, the country's leaders are required to hold elections within two years of the previous term ending.

The lack of a general election has sparked concerns about the legitimacy of the government and the potential for instability. The Forum of Former Prime Ministers has warned that a power vacuum could have severe consequences for the country. With its fragile democracy on the line, Haiti's future hangs in the balance as it navigates this critical period.