11th Edition of 'Mardis de la Nation' Held: A Platform for Culture and Public Works

During the 11th edition of 'Mardis de la Nation,' held this Tuesday, June 3, at the Primature, Ministers Patrick Delatour of Culture and Communication and Raphaël Hosty of Public Works, Transport, and Communication successively presented their ministries' progress. This included an overview of diplomatic missions in cultural matters and major infrastructure projects underway across the country.

On the occasion of 'Mardis de la Nation,' the Minister of Culture, Patrick Delatour, presented the outcomes of his mission to France. He emphasized Haiti's commitment to protecting cultural heritage, particularly through exchanges with UNESCO and representatives of the diaspora. Discussions have begun for the creation of a Franco-Haitian Joint Commission, with a strong focus on cultural cooperation and training.

The minister also highlighted the urgent need to protect the country's historical sites, citing the concerning cases of Milot, Bel-Air, and Kenscoff, while reaffirming the State's commitment to restoring and preserving national identity through heritage.

Raphaël Hosty, Minister of Public Works, for his part, detailed several structuring projects. He mentioned the rehabilitation of roads in the North, Northeast, West, and particularly in the Grand Sud (Southern Region). In Les Cayes, a feasibility study is underway to modernize the Antoine-Simon International Airport. This six-month project aims to provide the region with airport infrastructure meeting international standards.

In parallel, the ministry is working on the rehabilitation of strategic road axes in the city of Les Cayes, while planning other interventions in neighboring communes. These actions, according to him, aim to facilitate regional mobility, stimulate the local economy, and strengthen the integration of the Grand Sud (Southern Region) into major national exchange networks.