Here’s an overview of past Presidents of the Regional Council of Guadeloupe, which serves as the local executive for the region (distinct from the Departmental Council). Guadeloupe has no system of a regional “president” equivalent to a head of state—these are the locally elected heads of government under the French framework.
Past Presidents of the Regional Council of Guadeloupe
According to official records, the title and list of past Presidents of the Regional Council include (with terms and political affiliation):
- Pierre Mathieu (1975 – 1980) — PS (later PPG)
- Robert Pentier (1980 – 1981) — PS
- Marcel Esdras (1981 – 1982) — UDF pressroom.oecs.int+3FamousFix+3Wikipedia+3NationMaster+5Wikipedia+5World Statesmen+5
- Marcel Gargar (1982 – 1983) — PCF
- José Moustache (1983 – 1986) — RPR (later UMP)
- Félix Proto (1986 – 1992) — PS
- Lucette Michaux‑Chevry (1992 – 2004) — RPR / UMP, nicknamed the “Iron Lady of the Caribbean”
- Victorin Lurel (2004 – 2012; re‑elected 2014–2015) — Socialist Party; also served as France’s Minister for Overseas Territories (2012–2014)
- Josette Borel‑Lincertin (Aug 2012 – Oct 2014) — Socialist Party
- Ary Chalus (Nov 2015 – present as of latest info) — GUSR / LREM coalition
Summary Table
| Name | Term(s) | Party |
|---|---|---|
| Pierre Mathieu | 1975 – 1980 | PPG / PS |
| Robert Pentier | 1980 – 1981 | PS |
| Marcel Esdras | 1981 – 1982 | UDF |
| Marcel Gargar | 1982 – 1983 | PCF |
| José Moustache | 1983 – 1986 | RPR / UMP |
| Félix Proto | 1986 – 1992 | PS |
| Lucette Michaux‑Chevry | 1992 – 2004 | RPR / UMP |
| Victorin Lurel | 2004 – 2012, 2014–2015 | PS |
| Josette Borel‑Lincertin | 2012 – 2014 | PS |
| Ary Chalus | 2015 – present | GUSR / LREM |
