National Emergency Regarding the Central African Republic Extended for One Year

The President signed a notice extending the national emergency declared in 2014 over the situation in the Central African Republic. The original declaration was triggered by widespread violence, lawlessness, and the use of child soldiers in the region. This notice keeps that emergency in effect for another year.

Why it matters: This is primarily a procedural step to keep existing legal authorities alive. National emergencies declared under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act automatically expire after one year unless renewed. The extension maintains the current sanctions regime and diplomatic tools without requiring new legislation or a fresh declaration. It does not change the rules, but it prevents them from lapsing.

Who it affects

• U.S. financial institutions and businesses that must screen transactions against existing Central African Republic sanctions

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This notice was issued by the Executive Office of the President and published in the Federal Register on May 7, 2026. Readers relying on sanctions or compliance guidance should verify current Treasury Department regulations, as this notice alone does not change existing rules.

Agency: Executive Office of the President
Source: Federal Register — read the official document