In a significant diplomatic development, the Republic of Haiti has formally established its new ambassadorial representation in the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. On Friday, November 28, 2025, Dern Jovens Bonhomme presented his credentials as Haiti’s newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Her Excellency Cynthia A. Pratt, the Governor General of the Bahamas and official representative of His Majesty King Charles III.
The credential presentation ceremony, conducted with full diplomatic protocol, signifies the official commencement of Ambassador Bonhomme’s mission in the Bahamian capital. This diplomatic act reinforces Haiti’s strategic commitment to enhancing its diplomatic footprint within the Caribbean Commonwealth network while strengthening bilateral relations across multiple areas of mutual interest.
In his inaugural address, Ambassador Bonhomme articulated Haiti’s renewed dedication to fostering constructive intergovernmental dialogue, safeguarding national interests, and expanding the scope of Haitian-Bahamian cooperation. The ambassador emphasized that this collaborative framework would operate under principles of mutual respect, regional solidarity, and sustainable partnership development.
The accreditation establishes a new chapter in bilateral relations, particularly focused on deepening economic and cultural exchanges, developing joint initiatives, and providing enhanced consular support for the substantial Haitian community residing in the Bahamas. This diplomatic reinforcement occurs amid ongoing regional efforts to address shared challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities within the Caribbean basin.