Didier Robert trial continues in Réunion regarding alleged fictitious regional jobs

The trial of Didier Robert, former president of the Réunion Region, entered its second day on Thursday, October 14, 2026. The proceedings concern allegations of fictitious jobs within the regional administration.

During the first day of hearings, defense counsel for Robert raised several incidents, including a request to compel the Saint-Denis prosecutor to testify, which the court denied. The examination of the merits of the case began late in the afternoon of the first day. The trial is expected to continue through Friday.