Haiti Transitional Council Names New Prime Minister
Haiti Transitional Council Names New Prime Minister
The Facts
In a surprise move, Haiti's newly appointed transitional council on Tuesday chose former sports minister Fritz Belizaire as the country's new Prime Minister in a bid to establish a stable new government amid rampant gang violence.
In a surprise move, Haiti's newly appointed transitional council on Tuesday chose former sports minister Fritz Bélizaire as the country's new Prime Minister in a bid to establish a stable new government amid rampant gang violence.
The Spin
The Council's decision to appoint Bélizaire as Prime Minister is a very good choice that will help bridge the political divisions and thus contribute to pacifying Haiti. Security is now paramount as Haitians demand solutions and simply cannot wait any longer for decisive action to be taken against rampant gang violence. Bélizaire has the necessary experience and influence to handle this monumental task successfully and lead Haiti to a brighter future.
Bélizaire's appointment not only came as a surprise to many Haitians but also threatens to fracture the recently installed Transitional Council. With his election, the Council's political accord has been undermined by the forces responsible for the country's collapse, concerned only with control and power. Haiti cannot afford further political instability, leaving criminal gangs in control of much of the country. If the decision is not challenged, Haitians face a bleak future.
