Political renewal speech in Guadeloupe

Guy Losbar, president of the GUSR, delivered a political renewal speech in Guadeloupe on October 11, 2026, outlining a set of twenty requirements for candidates in the upcoming presidential election. The speech focused on the region's current challenges and set the tone for a new political approach.

Challenges and criticism of Macronist policies

Losbar addressed the challenges faced by Guadeloupe, including economic struggles and political disagreements, and criticized the Macronist illusion. He emphasized the need for concrete actions rather than empty promises, stating that the time for demands had passed and that the time for requirements had arrived.

Legitimate anger and distrust

Losbar highlighted the legitimate anger of the Guadeloupean population, particularly those who face daily struggles with fuel prices, water shortages, and the closure of small businesses. He acknowledged the distrust between the population and its elected officials, attributing it to a gap between what is said and what is lived.

Key priorities and demands

Losbar's "Contrat des 20" includes urgent priorities such as water, fuel, business support, cost of living, and health. He demands an "obligation of result" for water issues, a comprehensive review of fuel prices, and an end to proceedings against viable businesses. On health, he warns that the transfer to the new CHU will change nothing if the State does not compensate for the deficit accumulated by the old establishment.

Expectations from candidates

Losbar anticipates that presidential candidates will discover Guadeloupe during a stopover and asserts that the region will not give anyone a blank check. He emphasizes that it is not for Guadeloupe to choose a candidate but for the candidates to respond to Guadeloupe's needs.

Implementation and collaboration

The "Contrat des 20" will be presented to each candidate, who must respond to each priority with a yes or no within a given time frame. The responses will be made public. Losbar also highlights the work done since 2022, including citizen contributions, expert input, and forums, and states that the Congress of elected officials remains the only venue where all of Guadeloupe deliberates and speaks with one voice before the State.

Collaboration and commitment

Losbar extends a hand to progressive forces, parties, unions, professional organizations, and citizen collectives to amend and sign the Contract, which must be finalized by December before being taken to Paris in January by the elected officials and local leaders. He makes three commitments: a numerical objective, a responsible person, and a date for each measure; a follow-up committee open to civil society publishing a report every six months; and the promise that elected officials will "act first" where it is their responsibility.