Porfirio Lobo Sosa’s inauguration as the President of Honduras was a pivotal moment in a tumultuous political landscape marked by a coup d'état in 2009. The crisis started when former President Manuel Zelaya was forcibly removed from office by the military on June 28, 2009, leading to widespread protests and international condemnation. In response to the coup, various countries imposed sanctions and refused to recognize the interim government led by Roberto Micheletti. Over the months that followed, Honduras faced deepening unrest, economic hardship, and increasing isolation in the international community.

Lobo Sosa ran as the candidate from the National Party and was eventually elected in November 2009, amid a backdrop of significant controversy. His election was viewed by many as a necessary step toward restoring democracy, although others criticized it as an attempt to legitimize the coup that had ousted Zelaya. Upon taking office, Lobo pledged to foster national reconciliation and revive the economy, which had suffered due to the diplomatic fallout and domestic turmoil. His administration's initial focus included efforts to engage with international partners and address the ongoing issues of security, poverty, and human rights within Honduras.

Inauguration ceremonies took place in the capital, Tegucigalpa, attended by dignitaries from various countries, signifying a measure of international acceptance of the new administration. Lobo's leadership style and policies sparked mixed reactions domestically and abroad as he navigated the complexities left by the preceding crisis. The transition to Lobo’s presidency reflected the broader challenges Honduras faced in stabilizing its political future and restoring credibility on the global stage.