Politics

Haiti: President says he will soon start process for new prime minister

President Jovenel Moise says he will soon begin the process of selecting a new prime minister for the French-speaking Caribbean…

U.S. sanctions on Venezuela are affecting Caribbean nations’ ability to pay for oil

For more than a decade, an energy alliance with Venezuela guaranteed a stable flow of oil to desperate Caribbean and…

Haiti, Politics

Amid crisis, Rubio visits Haiti to urge dialogue between president and opposition

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio is headed to Haiti, where he plans to spend the day on Wednesday urging dialogue between…

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‘We keep marching,’ recalled ambassador says at his farewell party

Haitian community comes together to bid former Ambassador Paul Altidor adieu, as theories circulate on motivation behind the well-liked diplomat’s departure

Haiti, Politics

U.S. State Department deploys envoy to break political stalemate in Haiti

A relatively unknown diplomat who once served as special envoy for Middle East peace has been charged by the Trump…

New York, Politics

Public Advocate: Jumaane Williams Wins Special Election in New York City

Jumaane D. Williams, a Democratic councilman from Brooklyn, was elected as New York City public advocate Tuesday night, notching a…

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Recalled Haitian ambassador was revered, made the embassy feel like ‘home,’ Haitian Americans say

Throughout his tenure, Altidor was known for opening the doors of the embassy to both the community and those not familiar with Haitian culture. He often sponsored a variety of events — from fashion shows to panel discussions– in the palatial space that’s ordained with colorful pieces of Haitian artwork.