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  The Same Figures Who Caused the Chaos Select a Prime Minister in Haiti By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson   (le français suit) Haiti stands at yet another crossroads, as the newly formed transitional council announced the selection of Fritz Bélizaire as the country's prime minister. This decision has not only surprised the Haitian populace but has also ignited fierce debates within the council itself, signaling potential fractures within this critical body tasked with navigating Haiti through its labyrinth of political and social turmoil. The surprise in Bélizaire's selection lies not just in his nomination but also in the opaque processes and the political machinations that preceded it. The transitional council, ostensibly a body designed to foster unity and guide Haiti toward stability, instead appears to be marred by divisions and hidden agendas. This scenario is emblematic of the broader political culture in Haiti, where transparency is often sacrificed at the altar o...

  The Controversial Appointment of Haiti's Prime Minister Amidst Crisis By Patrick Prézeau Stephenson  (Le Français  suit) While the agenda for the day's meeting of the Transitional Presidential Council only scheduled the election of a president or coordinator, which resulted in the election of Edgard Leblanc fils, an incident occurred that disrupted the discussions. The selection of Fritz Bélizaire, an unknown figure, as Haiti's new Prime Minister by a slim majority of four out of seven voting members within the transitional council, contrary to the political accord of April 8, underscores the deepening complexities and challenges in Haiti’s political landscape. This deviation from previously agreed-upon processes suggests a fracturing within the political leadership, potentially undermining the legitimacy and stability of the transitional government. The unexpected choice, diverging from the accord, raises questions about the coherence and unity of the council’s app...