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Haiti's ex-president Martelly registers as candidate for upcoming election

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Briefings

Haiti's former president Michel Martelly has officially registered as a candidate for the upcoming December 13 elections, marking the country's first elections in ten years. This development follows the electoral council's decision to overturn a ban on candidates sanctioned by foreign countries. The event occurred in October 2026, with Martelly presenting his candidacy on Friday.

Key points

• Former president Michel Martelly registered as a candidate for Haiti's December 13 elections, which are the nation's first in ten years.
• The electoral council overturned a ban on candidates sanctioned by foreign countries, allowing Martelly's candidacy to proceed.

Context

Haiti's first elections in ten years are scheduled for December 13, 2026. The electoral council recently overturned a ban on candidates sanctioned by foreign countries, enabling Martelly's candidacy to proceed.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the announcement of Martelly's candidacy and the council's decision to overturn the ban. No specific voter turnout data, campaign funding details, or historical election results are provided.

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