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Georges Sassine Stresses the Importance of a Meeting at the IDB on Hope/Help

Georges Sassine Stresses the Importance of a Meeting at the IDB on Hope/Help

Former ADIH president Georges B.

Luis Abinader Outlines Conditions for Restoring Relations with Haiti

Luis Abinader Outlines Conditions for Restoring Relations with Haiti

Dominican President Luis Abinader has laid out the conditions for normalizing relations with Haiti, citing improved security as the key factor. He made this statement during a joint press conference with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday, September 6, 2024.

PNH Destroys Double Wall Built by the 400 Mawozo Gang on National Road #8

PNH Destroys Double Wall Built by the 400 Mawozo Gang on National Road #8

A few days after the construction of a double wall began on National Highway #8 in Croix-des-Bouquets, the Haitian National Police (PNH) conducted an operation early on Friday, September 6, to halt the project of armed gangs.

Antony Blinken Calls for a "Swift Reauthorization" of the HOPE/HELP Act

Antony Blinken Calls for a "Swift Reauthorization" of the HOPE/HELP Act

In a long-term effort to support Haiti's economy, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that the Biden administration is working with Congress for the swift renewal of the HOPE/HELP Act. This commitment comes just five days before a meeting at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in Washington with Haitian and American officials, as well as factory owners. The message: “Don't leave, be patient, as Haiti is working to resolve its problems.”

BNC-CPT Scandal: EDE Party Cuts Ties with Smith Augustin

BNC-CPT Scandal: EDE Party Cuts Ties with Smith Augustin

Smith Augustin, a member of the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT), has lost the support of his political party, Engagés pour le développement (EDE), due to his alleged involvement in the BNC corruption scandal.

Antony Blinken Discusses Corruption Allegations and Urges Formation of Electoral Council

Antony Blinken Discusses Corruption Allegations and Urges Formation of Electoral Council

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Edgard Leblanc Fils Confirms Ongoing Discussions About Changing the Mission's Status

Edgard Leblanc Fils Confirms Ongoing Discussions About Changing the Mission's Status

During a press briefing on Thursday, September 5, following his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Edgard Leblanc Fils, President of the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT), confirmed that discussions are underway regarding a potential change in the status of the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS).

Blinken Holds Meetings with CPT President, Prime Minister, and Nine Political Leaders

Blinken Holds Meetings with CPT President, Prime Minister, and Nine Political Leaders

During a brief visit to Port-au-Prince on Thursday, September 5, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met separately with the heads of the executive branch and no fewer than nine political organization leaders. Blinken aimed to gain a firsthand understanding of the transition, the security situation, and the country's prospects before heading to the Dominican Republic.

BRH: "Mixed Results in Key Banking System Performance Indicators

BRH: "Mixed Results in Key Banking System Performance Indicators

"Data available as of June 30, 2024, show a mixed performance across key banking system indicators," according to the BRH’s monetary policy note for the third quarter of the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

President Leblanc Tells Secretary Blinken That Corruption Allegations "Impact the CPT"

President Leblanc Tells Secretary Blinken That Corruption Allegations "Impact the CPT"

The President of the Presidential Transition Council (CPT), Edgard Leblanc Fils, revealed that the dismissal of presidential advisors implicated in the National Credit Bank (BNC) scandal was not discussed during his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. The president made this statement during a press briefing held at the Villa d'accueil on Thursday, September 5, just a few hours after meeting Mr. Blinken.