Security Crisis in Haiti: André Michel Calls on CARICOM to Play Its Role

Following the escalation of gang violence in Haiti this week, several political leaders are overwhelmed by this growing insecurity. This is the case for André Michel, leader of the December 21 agreement. In a text published on his X account, the SDP spokesperson expressed indignation at the alarming situation the country is facing. “Gangs now control 90% of the Capital. They assassinate, loot, and burn with impunity,” complained Michel.

Stating his awareness that the CPT has failed, the SDP leader calls on the international community to act.

“The international community that participated in the Jamaica Summit on March 11, 2024, the first founding act of this Transition formula, has a duty to play its role,” wrote Mr. Michel. The leader believes that the 9 members of the CPT are overwhelmed by events and that a quick, simple, and consensual political solution is needed to save the Transition.

Furthermore, the former fierce opponent of Jovenel Moïse thanked the UN Secretary-General who advocated for a strengthening of the multinational force in his letter addressed to the Security Council on February 24, 2025.

“We thank the UN Secretary-General who advocated for the strengthening of the [multinational] force,” said Michel, while reiterating the position of the December 21 agreement: Our position remains the same: No dialogue with GANGS.