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PTC's Struggle for Stability: Rotating Presidency, 5 out of 7 Majority, Indissoluble Majority Bloc, President and Prime Minister Designated

PTC's Struggle for Stability: Rotating Presidency, 5 out of 7 Majority, Indissoluble Majority Bloc, President and Prime Minister Designated

Appointed on April 12 and installed on the 25th of the same month, the members of the Presidential Transition Council are struggling to achieve the necessary stability to lead the transition. The PTC is still recovering from the failed election and the missed consensus on April 30 to choose a president and a prime minister. They are now negotiating a rotating presidency and a majority of 5 out of 7 instead of 4 out of 7 to make decisions when there is no consensus...

PTC: The Time We're Short on to Observe the Worst's Consolidation...

PTC: The Time We're Short on to Observe the Worst's Consolidation...

The initial turmoil within the Presidential Transition Council comes as no surprise; in fact, it would have been more surprising if such a crisis had not occurred.

ritz Alphonse Jean Rejects "Indissoluble Majority Bloc" Agreement, Calls Out "Omertà"

ritz Alphonse Jean Rejects "Indissoluble Majority Bloc" Agreement, Calls Out "Omertà"

The election of Edgard Leblanc Fils as head of the Presidential Transition Council (PTC), elected to the presidency of the council thanks to an agreement between four sectors out of the seven with voting rights, continues to provoke strong reactions. Other councillors say they do not understand this alliance. Speaking on Panel Magik this Thursday, May 2nd, Fritz Alphonse Jean, representing the Montana Accord on the Council, rejected the form taken by the coalition called the "Indissoluble Majority Block" (BMI).

Rony Célestin, Former Senator, and Ex-Mayor to Stand Trial for Journalist Néhémie Joseph Assassination

Rony Célestin, Former Senator, and Ex-Mayor to Stand Trial for Journalist Néhémie Joseph Assassination

The examining magistrate at the Court of First Instance of Mirebalais, Me Edwige Dorsainvil, issued his order in the case of the assassination of journalist Néhémie Joseph in Mirebalais. Former senator Rony Célestin, former mayor of Mirebalais, Lochard Laguerre, and six others are being referred to the criminal court with the assistance of a jury to stand trial.

34 Healthcare Centers Shut Down in the Western Department

34 Healthcare Centers Shut Down in the Western Department

"At least 34 healthcare institutions are closed due to insecurity," revealed Dr. Yvrose Chrysostome, Director of Health Services Organization at the Ministry of Public Health and Population (DOSS/MSPP).

Port-de-Paix Civil Prison Escape: Inspector Léonel Joseph Reports 4 Deaths, 8 Fugitives

Port-de-Paix Civil Prison Escape: Inspector Léonel Joseph Reports 4 Deaths, 8 Fugitives

The spokesperson for the Northwest Department's National Police revealed that 8 detainees escaped from the Port-de-Paix civilian prison on the night of Friday, May 3, while 4 others were killed as they attempted to flee. At a press conference on May 4, Leonel Joseph discussed the circumstances of this incident, stating that this escape involved a single cell in the prison (cell 2), which housed 37 inmates.

PNH to Receive Equipment from United States, Finally

PNH to Receive Equipment from United States, Finally

Equipment from the $70 million security aid package for Haiti is expected to arrive in Haiti soon.

Kenyan Troops Anticipated by Late May, Base Under Construction in Port-au-Prince

Kenyan Troops Anticipated by Late May, Base Under Construction in Port-au-Prince

A first contingent of Kenyan officers is expected in Haiti before the end of May 2024.

At Last, Fuel Begins Leaving Varreux Terminal

At Last, Fuel Begins Leaving Varreux Terminal

29 trucks carrying 187,650 gallons of gasoline and 70,900 gallons of diesel were able to leave the Varreux oil terminal on Friday, May 3, 2024, Le Nouvelliste learned from a source close to the terminal.

Presidential Transition Council: Holding Power, but Powerless for Now

Presidential Transition Council: Holding Power, but Powerless for Now

One meeting with members of the diplomatic corps just after their installation, another with the high staffs of the National Police and the Haitian Armed Forces.