Given the withdrawal of UN peacekeeping forces from Haiti, including Canadian forces, on November 30th, the goal of this dialogue was to join key government and civil society actors with expertise and work in Haiti, for a collective assessment of the country's current situation, and priorities for support by interested Canadian entities post November 30th. This report offers an analysis of the key issues discussed and recommendations offered by participants in the dialogue. Current Situation and Issues in Haiti Haiti remains in a state of political, economic and social turmoil.
Political leadership is weak and fractured.
Haitian citizens lack confidence in their leaders and the process of democracy. Political conflict is paralysing the Haitian governmental and legislative processes and the credibility of the country's electoral system is being called into question. Current economic conditions are extremely harsh. Contrary to what was expected with the return to constitutional order, the level of poverty is higher than during the military occupation. Education, health care and social services are dysfunctional and inadequate.