Laurent Saint-Cyr on Mission to Qatar to Mobilize International Aid

PORT-AU-PRINCE.— The President of the Transitional Presidential Council, Laurent Saint-Cyr, departed Port-au-Prince this Friday, October 31, 2025, for Doha, Qatar, to participate in the second World Summit on Social Development. This trip comes amidst a particularly challenging national context, marked by a persistent humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the devastating passage of Hurricane Melissa, which caused over 30 deaths, according to the Directorate General of Civil Protection.

Indeed, in a statement released early in the evening, the Presidency clarified the purpose of this mission: «This trip is neither symbolic nor insignificant. It is a responsible step aimed at strengthening international mobilization in favor of Haiti. We are continuing actions on the ground while intensifying our diplomatic efforts, so that the resolution of the Haitian crisis remains a priority amidst major global emergencies».

Given the extreme vulnerability of populations affected by violence, economic collapse, and climatic disasters, the executive deems it essential to multiply channels for international cooperation and funding.

The Doha Summit will bring together heads of state, leaders of international organizations, development agencies, and financial institutions. For Haiti, whose needs lie as much in humanitarian urgency as in institutional reconstruction, this meeting represents a strategic opportunity.

According to the Presidency: «The Summit offers Haiti a global platform to establish concrete partnerships, obtain more financial and technical support to respond to the humanitarian crisis, strengthen security, and create the necessary conditions for organizing free and credible elections in the near future».

On the sidelines of the Summit, Laurent Saint-Cyr is also scheduled to meet with Qatari officials to continue discussions initiated during the 80th United Nations General Assembly. These discussions notably concern financial and technical support to assist the most vulnerable communities, strengthen the Haitian National Police (PNH), and support economic recovery projects.

«It is essential for Haiti to gather all the required support for security, economic recovery, and election preparation», emphasizes the Presidency.

Meanwhile, authorities assure that assistance efforts are continuing throughout the territory. The Transitional Presidential Council and the government affirm they are coordinating relief operations, aid distribution, and care for those affected.