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Stagnant politics will see gangs’ power grow in Haiti

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HAITI

One year on from the assassination of President Jovenel Moise, Haiti is crippled by insecurity, as gangs jostle for control and fund themselves from illicit activities such as…

Gang alliance heightens political concerns in Haiti

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HAITI

With Moise becoming increasingly isolated from the political class, he is forging alliances with other sectors to maintain his support. This has led to allegations that he may be…

Haiti’s security challenges will delay any elections

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HAITI

The international community is debating whether, and how, to support Haiti’s security forces amid mounting instability. Acting Prime Minister Ariel Henry appointed an Haut Conseil…

Abinader eyes re-election in the Dominican Republic

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

A successful COVID-19 vaccine rollout allowed for a speedy reopening of Dominican tourism, pleasing business elites, while an anti-corruption agenda has placated a public which…

New cabinet will struggle to improve Haiti’s politics

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HAITI

The assassination of President Jovenel Moise in July, surging violent crime and a weak economy have left the unpopular acting prime minister, Ariel Henry, struggling to establish…

Latin America migrant returns threaten stability

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LATIN AMERICA/US

The decision comes amid tough anti-immigration rhetoric by the administration of US President Donald Trump and follows announcements in October and November that TPS would be…

Instability will hinder any economic recovery in Haiti

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HAITI

The political and security crisis that emerged from President Jovenel Moise’s assassination in July, coupled with the impacts of a 7.2-magnitude earthquake the following month…

Earthquake impacts will deepen Haiti's economic woes

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HAITI

A lack of fiscal buffers to mitigate the pandemic’s dramatic consequences has increased Haiti’s dependence on international financial assistance, while a recent earthquake has…

Dominican border closure will worsen Haiti crisis

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC/HAITI

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC/HAITI: Border move to worsen crisis

Haiti’s new government faces major challenges

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HAITI

HAITI: New government faces major challenges