In a significant move to bolster consumer protection, James Monazard, Haiti’s Minister of Commerce and Industry (MCI), inaugurated a four-day training workshop last week. The event targeted inspectors from the departmental directorates of the Grand North region, marking a pivotal step in modernizing quality control mechanisms and combating unfair business practices. The training, led by specialists from various technical directorates within the Ministry, aimed to enhance the effectiveness and consistency of field operations, particularly in addressing non-compliant products and abusive business practices. Jean Sony Pierre, Coordinator of the Departmental Directorates Coordination Unit (UCDD), underscored the importance of better-trained and well-equipped inspectors in delivering reliable and transparent services to the public. Inspectors from the North, Northeast, Northwest, Artibonite, and Centre departments participated in technical sessions focused on commercial and quality inspection techniques, legal metrology, and consumer protection laws. The initiative seeks to empower inspectors to meet public expectations regarding product safety and quality. Pierre also praised the trainers’ dedication and the collaborative efforts of the departmental directorates, highlighting the importance of continuing education in leadership. This workshop represents a crucial milestone in Haiti’s ongoing efforts to strengthen consumer protection nationwide.
