The formation of the Presidential Transitional Council in Haiti, under the aegis of Caricom, was an urgent response to the tumultuous circumstances in which the country finds itself following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise and the resignation of de facto Prime Minister, Ariel Henry .
However, despite the urgency of the situation, the Council faces major challenges, including persistent disagreements among its members over what actions to take and decisions to make.
Composed of nine members, including seven voters and two observers, the Presidential Transitional Council is representative of the various facets of Haitian society, ranging from civil society to the private sector including influential political parties.
However, this diversity can also be a source of tension and conflict, as evidenced by the current paralysis of the Council and the lack of consensus on crucial issues.
Faced with this impasse, it is imperative for the Council to implement effective conflict management techniques in order to overcome divisions and move towards concrete solutions for the well-being of the Haitian population.
One of the first steps in managing conflicts within the Council could be the confirmation of a neutral coordinator, responsible for facilitating discussions and seeking compromises acceptable to all parties. This coordinator could play a decisive role in creating an environment conducive to open and constructive dialogue among Council members.
The Council must adopt a participatory and inclusive approach in its deliberations, encouraging contribution from all members and taking into account the perspectives and concerns of each group represented.
By fostering a sense of collective ownership of decisions made, the Council can strengthen cohesion and mutual trust among its members.
At the same time, conflict management within the Council must also be focused on finding pragmatic and action-oriented solutions to meet the urgent needs of the Haitian people.
As the country faces major challenges such as food insecurity, gang violence and paralysis of socio-economic activities, it is imperative that the Council focuses on concrete measures to alleviate these crises and restore stability and security.
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