Port-au-Prince, 22 March 2017 - The Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and the other members of the “Core Group” (the Ambassadors of Brazil, Canada, France, Spain, United States of America, the European Union and the Special Representative of the Organization of American States) welcome the confirmation by Parliament of the government programme and Cabinet of Prime Minister Jack Guy Lafontant and the assumption of office of the new Government.

In congratulating the Prime Minister and Government, the “Core Group” looks forward to working closely with them and with all elected officials as they address the most pressing challenges facing the country. The “Core Group” reiterates its full support to the consolidation of stability, democracy, including the rule of law and development in Haiti.