Haiti has secured a seat on the Executive Board of the World Health Organization (WHO) for the first time, with Health Minister Bertrand Sinal pledging that the country will be “a committed voice” in shaping global health policy.
The election, covering the 2025–2028 term, was held during the 157th session of the WHO Executive Board on May 28 and 29 in Geneva. Of the WHO’s 194 member states, only 34 sit on the Executive Board at any given time.
He noted that Haiti remains determined to strengthen its public health system, despite facing complex and multidimensional challenges.
The minister also welcomed the adoption of the WHO’s 2026–2027 programme budget, stressing the importance of reliable and sustainable financing.
