The Secretary General of the Organization of American States, Albert R. Ramdin, has presented an update to member states outlining progress in the organisation’s support for Haiti, while urging stronger implementation of its Roadmap for Stability and Peace.
Speaking on May 6, Ramdin highlighted advances in political coordination, electoral preparation, security support, and international cooperation efforts aimed at stabilising Haiti.
He said the OAS has focused on promoting Haitian-led solutions and strengthening coordination among national and international stakeholders, noting that the next phase of work will depend heavily on sustained political commitment and structured implementation.
“We committed to making the OAS’s work in support of Haiti more structured, coordinated, and results-oriented… but the work continues,” Ramdin said, adding that the coming phase will require continued operational follow-up and stronger coordination.
Political and electoral support
Ramdin pointed to the OAS’s role in maintaining political stability during a period of institutional uncertainty around February 7, 2026. He said the organisation used diplomacy and coordination with regional partners to help preserve executive continuity and avoid deeper instability.
On elections, he noted that the adoption of an Electoral Decree in December 2025 allowed Haiti to move toward more structured preparations. The OAS Department of Electoral Cooperation and Observation is now working with Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council on technical support, including electoral systems and institutional capacity building.
Security and institutional assistance
The Secretary General said OAS support has expanded into more operational security assistance, including backing for the civilian component of the Gang Suppression Force and efforts to strengthen police capacity, infrastructure, training, financial investigations, and maritime security.
He also highlighted the development of a “Haiti Roadmap Dashboard” designed to track international assistance and improve transparency of ongoing projects. Ramdin called on member states to submit updated information to improve coordination.
Haitian government response and upcoming meetings
Haiti’s Permanent Representative to the OAS, Jean Josué Pierre, said the report reflects “real signs of hope” on the ground, while acknowledging that challenges remain.
He said efforts now must focus on consolidating gains and scaling up support, and announced a draft resolution on Haitian-led stabilisation and hemispheric coordination to be debated at the upcoming OAS General Assembly in Panama.
A new meeting of the Group of Friends of Haiti will also be convened ahead of the June 22–24 assembly to review progress and align next steps.
New OAS special mission
Ramdin also introduced Alberto Föhrig as the new Special Representative for Haiti and head of the OAS Special Mission.
The mission is intended to strengthen coordination, support implementation of the roadmap, facilitate political dialogue, and track progress on security and democratic governance priorities.
Ramdin said the OAS will continue to act as a platform for coordination and dialogue, concluding that sustained cooperation will be essential for advancing stability in Haiti.
