HAITI CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES: “With The Help Of The International Community Haiti Can Come Back”

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NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Haiti’s struggles also have a ripple effect here in The Bahamas.

An increase in violence has historically meant a rise in Haitian migrants fleeing the country in search of a better life.

Many of them end up in The Bahamas illegally, often settling in unregulated shantytowns.

In response, the government has ramped up its efforts, tearing down shantytowns over the last 24 months, a move that has left many migrants homeless.

William Exantus – Chargé d’Affaires, Haiti
“When that has been reported, we sent out teams to the place to assess what happen, and when they report back, we do our internal assessment to bring assistance to them.”

Despite these ongoing challenges, the Chargé believes that both countries will continue to share a strong relationship.

With The Bahamas deploying several Defence Force officers as part of a multinational force to help clamp down on gang violence, Exantus says The Bahamas has always been a kind friend to Haiti.

William Exantus – Chargé d’Affaires, Haiti
“When I arrived here, I met people talking about the Bahamian people going to the dock for the shops from Haiti with commodities to sell. So that by itself can say the special bond, the special tie between the two people.”