Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council under Fritz Alphonse Jean seeks national unity against gangs controlling Port Au Prince. Despite U.S. aid cuts, the Kenyan-led support mission remains intact, emphasizing international commitment to restoring order post-assassination of President Moise, which left the nation in turmoil.
Fritz Alphonse Jean, the new leader of the Transitional Presidential Council in Haiti, has emphasized the alarming rise of street gangs that dominate eighty-five percent of Port Au Prince. He described the situation as a war requiring national unity to overcome the challenges posed by these criminal organizations. His call for collaboration underscores the urgency of restoring order in the capital.
In light of Haiti’s dire economic conditions, the country faces cuts in USAID funding under the Trump administration. However, the Kenyan-led Multi-National Support Mission, which comprises eight hundred personnel, remains unaffected by these budgetary constraints. Both Kenyan President William Ruto and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio have reaffirmed their support and commitment to foreign assistance amidst these challenges.
Originally sanctioned by the UN Security Council in 2023, the security force serves as a critical support mechanism for Haiti, tackling the increasing lawlessness. This international aid comes at a crucial juncture for the nation, which is striving to rebuild its governance and stability following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise on July 7, 2021. Since that tragic event, democracy in Haiti has faced unprecedented threats, resulting in considerable loss of life and widespread displacement.
Haiti’s current predicament highlights the ongoing battle against pervasive gang violence and the political instability that has marred its governance since the assassination of President Moise. The Transitional Presidential Council’s leadership under Fritz Alphonse Jean aims to rally the nation towards unity to confront these challenges. Meanwhile, international support, particularly from the Kenyan-led mission, is pivotal in restoring order and hope for the future electoral process.
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