Community Sends Message of Hope to Haitians on 218th Independence Anniversary

Message by the Secretary-General of CARICOM, Dr. Carla Barnett, to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Haiti, His Excellency Dr. Ariel Henry, on the Occasion of the Two Hundred and Eighteenth Anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Haiti on 1 January 202

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) extends congratulations to the Government and People of the Republic of Haiti on the occasion of the Two Hundred and Eighteenth Anniversary of Independence on 1 January 2022.

As the Government and People of Haiti enter a new year of independence, CARICOM extends its best wishes for goodwill and unity to prevail in the current multifaceted challenges. The Community sends a message of hope to all Haitians as they commemorate this auspicious event that has served as an inspirational symbol of indomitable strength for the region.

Excellency, I take this opportunity to assure you of the Community’s unwavering commitment and support to the Government and People of Haiti as they seek to overcome the challenges they face and build a country of which all its citizens can be proud.

Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest esteem.

Source: CARICOM TODAY