• Investing
  • Stock
Round Table Thoughts
  • Economy
  • Editor’s Pick
Home Economy Blinken says crisis in Haiti is ‘long unfolding story’ as US pledges millions to help stabilize country
Economy

Blinken says crisis in Haiti is ‘long unfolding story’ as US pledges millions to help stabilize country

by March 14, 2024
by March 14, 2024 0 comment
Share
0
FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsapp

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday said the crisis in Haiti ‘has been a long unfolding story’ that will require coordination from the international community to solve. 

The suffering of the Haitian people, Blinken said, can only be solved by a functioning democracy as well as humanitarian and developmental assistance to rebuild the economy. 

‘Fundamentally, we need to see security, because it’s very hard to do either of the first two things in an environment that is profoundly insecure,’ Blinken said. 

In recent weeks, Haiti has been overrun by gangs, effectively shutting the country off from the rest of the world. 

The attacks began when Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry was in Kenya to push for the U.N.-backed deployment of a Kenyan police force — which has been temporarily suspended. 

Since late last month, armed men in the capital of Port-au-Prince have set fire to police stations and stormed the country’s two biggest prisons, releasing more than 4,000 inmates. Among those who fled are gang leaders of at least seven communities, according to a new report by the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti, known as BINUH.

As of Sunday, gunmen had attacked, looted or torched at least 30 state institutions, more than 600 homes and private businesses and nearly 500 public and private vehicles, BINUH said.

Gangs also have attacked neighborhoods in a rampage that has left scores dead and more than 15,000 homeless. More than 130 people were killed between Feb. 27 and March 8. 

Blinken met with Caribbean leaders in Jamaica earlier this week to search for a solution to the crisis. 

Officials came up with a plan to install a temporary presidential council responsible for selecting an interim prime minister and a council of ministers that would attempt to chart a new path. By Wednesday, however, the plan was showing some cracks after some political parties signaled their disapproval. 

Harvey, who has been stuck in Puerto Rico, said Tuesday he would resign once the council was in place, saying that his government ‘cannot remain insensitive to this situation.’

The nine-member council has seven positions with voting powers. The remaining two nonvoting positions would go to a member of Haiti’s civil society and its religious sector.

It was not immediately clear who would be awarded a position on the council if it was rejected by certain political parties.

Blinken said he had spoken with Kenyan President William Ruto, who confirmed his country’s preparedness to lead a mission into Haiti once the council is established. 

Blinken also reiterated the U.S. pledge of $300 million to support a multinational security mission to Haiti. That includes $200 million from the Department of Defense and another $100 coming from the rest of the U.S. government. 

‘Having done all this work, we should be in a place where that mission goes forward,’ Blinken said. ‘It will, we believe, help reestablish security and take back control of the country from gangs.’ 

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

This post appeared first on FOX NEWS
You Might Also Like
  • IDF kills Hezbollah commander behind brutal attack on children’s soccer field: officials
  • Arizona governor orders ethics probe into former Republican AG over handling of 2020 election fraud claims
  • Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah, ruler of oil-rich Kuwait, dead at 86
  • DeSantis invites VP Harris to Florida to set the record straight over African American curriculum controversy
Share
0
FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsapp

previous post
Biden admin under pressure to stop billions of dollars in sanctions relief to Iran
next post
African country’s citizens fighting for Israel in Gaza will be arrested upon return, foreign minister says

You may also like

US approves $20 billion in weapons sales to Israel as...

August 14, 2024

Biden’s Venezuela policy feeds Maduro strongman image, emboldens dictator in...

August 2, 2024

Dem senator leads bipartisan effort to strengthen Taiwan supply chain...

May 2, 2024

Syrian first lady Asma al-Assad diagnosed with leukemia, president’s office...

May 21, 2024

Blinken meets with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid...

June 7, 2023

Biden reveals what he said to Trump on phone call...

July 16, 2024

Senate GOP lawmakers bash $1.66 trillion Johnson-Schumer budget agreement: ‘Can...

January 9, 2024

Democratic congressman appears to confirm Hunter Biden discussed business deals...

July 20, 2023

Uncharted territory: Biden’s campaign war chest may be hard to...

July 21, 2024

Third in line to presidency calls on Biden to ‘seriously...

July 9, 2024

    Stay updated with the latest news, exclusive offers, and special promotions. Sign up now and be the first to know! As a member, you'll receive curated content, insider tips, and invitations to exclusive events. Don't miss out on being part of something special.


    By opting in you agree to receive emails from us and our affiliates. Your information is secure and your privacy is protected.

    Recent Posts

    • How to Find Compelling Charts in Every Sector

      July 10, 2025
    • White House accuses Powell of mismanaging Federal Reserve, citing headquarters renovation

      July 10, 2025
    • Italian chocolate giant Ferrero to buy Kellogg’s Froot Loops maker

      July 10, 2025
    • OpenAI to release web browser in challenge to Google Chrome

      July 10, 2025
    • Sports executive charged with bid-rigging in Texas arena project

      July 10, 2025

    Popular Posts

    • 1

      Biden appointee played key role in recruiting Chinese...

      June 25, 2024 3,631 views
    • 2

      Trump-era China sanctions ended by Biden may be...

      June 27, 2024 2,919 views
    • 3

      Walz’s honeymoon with China gets fresh scrutiny as...

      August 9, 2024 2,607 views
    • 4

      Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful...

      July 10, 2024 2,577 views
    • 5

      Harris VP pick spent years promoting research facility...

      August 29, 2024 2,451 views

    Categories

    • Economy (7,009)
    • Editor's Pick (2,171)
    • Investing (538)
    • Stock (2,662)

    Popular Posts

    • 1

      Biden appointee played key role in recruiting Chinese businesses to Delaware: ‘Longtime friends’

      June 25, 2024
    • 2

      Trump-era China sanctions ended by Biden may be revived under new House GOP bill

      June 27, 2024
    • 3

      Walz’s honeymoon with China gets fresh scrutiny as Harris camp blasts ‘lying’ critics

      August 9, 2024
    • 4

      Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful of Chinese spy threats

      July 10, 2024
    • 5

      Harris VP pick spent years promoting research facility that collaborated with ‘Chinese military company’

      August 29, 2024

    Latest News

    • How to Find Compelling Charts in Every Sector

      July 10, 2025
    • White House accuses Powell of mismanaging Federal Reserve, citing headquarters...

      July 10, 2025
    • Italian chocolate giant Ferrero to buy Kellogg’s Froot Loops maker

      July 10, 2025

    Categories

    • Economy (7,009)
    • Editor's Pick (2,171)
    • Investing (538)
    • Stock (2,662)

    Disclaimer: RoundTableThoughts.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2024 RoundTableThoughts.com. All Rights Reserved.

    Round Table Thoughts
    • Investing
    • Stock
    Round Table Thoughts
    • Economy
    • Editor’s Pick

    Read alsox

    New York AG Letitia James appeals...

    March 21, 2023

    Virginia judge allows Google antitrust case...

    March 11, 2023

    GOP rebels, Dems sink House stopgap...

    September 30, 2023
    Sign In

    Keep me signed in until I sign out

    Forgot your password?

    Password Recovery

    A new password will be emailed to you.

    Have received a new password? Login here