UPLG refuses to join crisis session

The Union Popular for the Liberation of Guadeloupe (UPLG) announced in an open letter on October 21, 2026, that it would not participate in a planned working session led by Guy Losbar, the president of the Department of Guadeloupe and head of the GUSR, which was set to address the ongoing crisis in the region.

UPLG blames French state for crisis

The UPLG stated in its letter that it refuses to support an initiative that would allow the French state, which it calls "the main responsible for the crisis," to portray itself as a savior. The movement argues that the crisis was predictable and stems from long-standing political, economic, and administrative issues.

UPLG condemns police actions and calls for solidarity

The UPLG expressed support for the Guadeloupian people, especially merchants affected by the unrest, and condemned the use of police force against high school and middle school students. It acknowledged that any measures from the meeting might offer temporary economic relief but would not satisfy the broader population.

UPLG criticizes French policies as colonial

The letter attributes the decline in living conditions to what the UPLG describes as colonial policies by the French state in Guadeloupe. It rejects the idea of "errors in the path" and criticizes prefect Thierry Devimeux for showing contempt for the Guadeloupian people. The UPLG urges local elected officials to stand with the population and take responsibility.

UPLG proposes new governance and autonomy

The UPLG outlined several proposals, including development projects, youth training, environmental protection, and new territorial planning that emphasizes the southern islands. These plans would require Guadeloupe to have greater normative, economic, and fiscal power, independent of the European Union's regulations.

UPLG declines participation in session

The letter concluded with a call for "our own time" and reiterated the UPLG's decision not to attend the working session on October 22, 2026, as it cannot support an initiative that allows the French state to frame itself as a savior.