Published October 31, 2011 By Kristen Blandford Briefing CCPPR11HT Report available in PDF and Flash formats

Following the devastating earthquake in January 2010, Haiti’s situation has deteriorated rapidly, with complete dependence on international humanitarian relief and the significant presence of foreign peacekeepers. Haiti faces great challenges in rebuilding, a task further complicated by the country’s previously weak institutions and widespread extreme poverty. Haiti’s security forces are woefully unprepared to take over policing duties, and serious reforms will need to be implemented. Haiti’s government will find itself having to demonstrate its commitment to the rebuilding process. Similarly, efforts to stem political instability and factionalism to create a government capable of guiding the country through the disaster recovery will be crucial. Michel Martelly was elected president in May 2011, replacing René Préval who presided over the initial post-earthquake recovery effort.

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