Laurent Saint-Cyr, the President pro tempore and Coordinator of Haiti’s Transitional Council, recently concluded a significant meeting with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. The encounter took place during Saint-Cyr’s official visit to Qatar for the Second World Summit on Social Development, held from November 4th to 6th, 2025. Al Thani, who also serves as Chairman of the Qatar Fund for Development and holds key roles in Qatar’s Supreme Council for Economic Affairs and Investment, extended a warm welcome to the Haitian leader. He expressed appreciation for Haiti’s participation in the summit, highlighting it as a testament to the deepening bilateral ties between the two nations. Al Thani also conveyed Qatar’s solidarity with Haiti in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, underscoring the Gulf state’s commitment to supporting its Caribbean partner. The discussions centered on enhancing cooperation in critical areas, including security and social development. Qatar reaffirmed its support for Haiti’s efforts to restore stability, particularly through its involvement in the United Nations-approved Gang Suppression Force (GSF), a joint initiative with the United States. Additionally, the leaders explored partnerships in youth reintegration and housing construction for Haitian National Police personnel, aiming to address the country’s pressing social and economic challenges. Both sides agreed to continue their strategic dialogue and explore new avenues of collaboration, with Qatar expressing interest in reviewing specific projects aligned with Haiti’s national priorities.