The Council of the European Union has prolonged the EU framework for restrictive measures against those threatening the peace, stability and security of Haiti until 29 July 2027, citing the gravity of the situation and persistent criminal activities including high levels of gang violence. The decision, taken on 26 June 2026, follows the annual review of the sanctions regime.
The framework currently lists nine individuals and one entity, subject to an asset freeze and a travel ban to the EU, and prohibits providing them with funds or economic resources. The EU first adopted restrictive measures concerning Haiti on 25 November 2022, implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2653. On 28 July 2023, the Council amended the regime to allow the EU to autonomously impose sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for threatening peace, security, or stability in Haiti, or for undermining democracy or the rule of law, complementing UN sanctions from October 2022.
The EU remains a long-standing political and development partner of Haiti, providing macroeconomic assistance and support for education, food security, nutrition, disaster preparedness, protection, and stability, including to the Haitian National Police. The extension underscores the EU's continued concern over the destabilising criminal activities that undermine the country and the region.