Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his resignation on Thursday, handing power over to a transitional council in the midst of the nation's turmoil. Henry cited the current state of affairs as the reason for his decision to step down, acknowledging the challenges faced by the nation.
In recent weeks, Haiti has been plagued by chaos and rampant gang violence, with criminal groups targeting government structures and pushing the social order to the brink of collapse.
Following Henry's resignation, the country's finance minister Michael Patrick Boisvert has been appointed as the interim prime minister. Boisvert will lead the government until a new administration is established.
The transitional council, consisting of seven voting members and two non-voting observers, has been entrusted with the task of selecting a new prime minister and cabinet. This council will also wield certain presidential powers until a new president-elect is inaugurated, a process that must be completed by February 7, 2026.
The transition of power in Haiti comes at a critical juncture as the nation grapples with escalating violence and instability. The formation of a new government under the guidance of the transitional council aims to restore order and pave the way for a more stable future for the country.
