The Prime Minister Praises the Richness of Haitian Literature at "Livres en folie"

The Prime Minister participated this Thursday in the 31st edition of Livres en folie, a major book fair organized this year in the courtyard of the Collège des Frères de Pétion-Ville. This highly anticipated cultural event annually brings together authors, readers, publishers, and reading enthusiasts from all over. During his visit, the Head of Government met several writers during a signing session. He congratulated them for their work and their contribution to the development of spirit and culture in Haiti. “Haitian literature remains very much alive, despite the difficulties the country is experiencing,” emphasized the Prime Minister. He took the opportunity to express his admiration for the event organizers, who for over 30 years, continue to keep this great book festival alive with passion and courage. What touched him most, he confided, was the presence of many young people, girls and boys, who came to discover books and meet authors. “This curious and passionate youth is our greatest hope. It shows that, despite everything, the country continues to believe in knowledge, culture, and the future,” he declared. He took the opportunity to reiterate the three major priorities of the transitional government: restoring security, organizing an inclusive constitutional referendum, and preparing free and fair elections. In such a difficult period, added the Prime Minister, literature plays an important role. It allows people to dream, reflect, dialogue, and above all, it keeps the soul of a people alive. “Culture is a strength. And it is through it that nations recover,” he concluded. By Gesly Sinvilier