PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti, Feb 5, CMC – The United States has signalled its strong support for Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimè’s leadership “in building a strong, prosperous, and free Haiti” as the deadline draws nearer for the end of the mandate of the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT) on Saturday.
In a statement posted on the United States Embassy website, Washington made it clear that it is in support of the 55 years Prime Minister Fils-Aimè’ who has been serving as prime minister since 2024.
“As the Transitional Presidential Council’s Mandate ends on February 7th, we support Prime Minister Fils-Aimè’s leadership in building a strong, prosperous, and free Haiti,” Washington said in the statement posted on the embassy’s website.
The CPT was established in April 2024 to restore political stability, address the security crisis caused by powerful armed gangs, and facilitate a transition of power following the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry.
The nine-member council was created to select a new prime minister and cabinet, prepare for, and oversee the nation’s next elections, which are planned for early 2026. Since April 2024, Haiti has held no national elections.
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