Haiti’s presidential transitional council officially transferred power to Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé on Saturday. Fils-Aimé, who has received support from the United States, assumes leadership as the country prepares to hold its first general elections in ten years.
The transitional council was established two years ago to guide Haiti through a period of political uncertainty but struggled to address ongoing gang violence and instability. The handover marks a new phase in Haiti’s efforts to restore governance and security.
**Why this matters**
This transfer of power is a critical step toward stabilizing Haiti’s political landscape and advancing the electoral process. With US backing, Prime Minister Fils-Aimé’s leadership could influence international support and internal efforts to reduce violence ahead of the upcoming elections.
Source: NewsData