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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.

During the 2nd World Summit for Social Development in Qatar on November 4th, 2025, Laurent Saint-Cyr, the President pro tempore and Coordinator of Haiti’s Transition Council, made a compelling appeal for international cooperation to address the security crisis in Haiti. Speaking from the prestigious platform, Saint-Cyr emphasized the urgent need for operationalizing the Gang Supression Force (FRG), a United Nations Security Council-approved initiative established on September 30th, 2025. He underscored that the FRG’s swift implementation is a testament to global solidarity and aligns with the summit’s overarching goals of fostering peace, stability, and social development worldwide. Saint-Cyr also highlighted the Transition Council’s dedication to restoring security with international support and organizing free, credible elections to fulfill the aspirations of the Haitian people. On the sidelines of the summit, Saint-Cyr engaged in discussions with Chris Elmore, the UK’s Undersecretary of State, advocating for British assistance in maritime surveillance, intelligence sharing, and curbing the illicit arms trade. Elmore expressed the UK’s concern over Haiti’s humanitarian crisis and pledged support for training national security forces under the FRG framework.

Haiti is navigating a critical juncture in its political and social spheres, with significant developments in governance, justice, and humanitarian efforts. Patrick Pélissier, the Minister of Justice and Public Security, has emphasized stringent measures to ensure the integrity of the upcoming elections. A budget of 3 billion gourdes has been allocated for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to fund political parties, with a firm stance that only candidates demonstrating exemplary moral conduct will be permitted to participate. This move aims to curb the influence of illicit funds in campaign financing and restore public trust in the electoral process.

In a separate but equally pressing matter, Officer Sévère Aly, accused of raping a 16-year-old girl in police custody, has been referred to the General Inspectorate of the Haitian National Police (IGPNH) for an administrative hearing. Following the hearing, he was transferred to the Central Directorate of the Judicial Police (DCPJ), marking the transition from an administrative investigation to a formal judicial inquiry. This case underscores the ongoing challenges in ensuring accountability within law enforcement.

Amidst these developments, the European Union has released €2 million in humanitarian aid to support communities affected by Haiti’s escalating gang violence. The funds will be directed toward providing food aid and assistance to displaced persons, addressing the urgent needs of those forced to flee their homes due to the crisis.

On the diplomatic front, Anthony Dessources, Haiti’s Ambassador to Canada, met with students from the University of Ottawa Student Club (CEHUO) on October 30, 2025. The meeting highlighted the club’s efforts to promote Haitian values and support Haitian students at the university. Ambassador Dessources expressed his commitment to fostering stronger ties between the Haitian diplomatic mission and student organizations in Canada.

In a significant humanitarian initiative, the FAES distributed 15,000 hot meals to internally displaced persons in Port-au-Prince and Pétion-Ville on November 1, 2025, as part of its Kantin Mobil (KM) program. The meals were distributed across multiple locations, reaffirming FAES’s dedication to supporting vulnerable populations with dignity and consistency.

In a significant move to bolster national security, Haiti has appointed Divisional Commissioner Pierre Louis Cangé as the new Coordinator of Presidential Security. The official ceremony took place on November 3rd, 2025, at the National Palace, presided over by the Commander-in-Chief of the Haitian National Police (PNH), Mr. André Jonas Vladimir Paraison. Cangé was promoted to the rank of Inspector General during the event, marking a pivotal moment in his career. The occasion was attended by prominent figures, including Inspector General Jean Maurest Étienne, Director of Personnel, and Inspector General Jacques Joël Orival, Central Director of Administrative Police, alongside National Palace staff and police officers. Post-ceremony, Commander Paraison and Director Orival introduced Cangé to the Secretary General of the National Palace, Ms. Marie Élisabeth Régine Joseph Haddad, who commended Paraison’s achievements and extended her support to the newly appointed Coordinator. This appointment underscores Haiti’s commitment to enhancing security measures at the highest levels of government.