The protesters boycott, decision of the BCEN expected

Following the end of the verifications at the Vote Tabulation Centre (CTV) https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-19671-haiti-news-zapping-politics.html the Office of National Electoral Litigation (BCEN) invited the protesting parties to present their arguments in a final appeal. The latter boycotted the invitation and were absent in the oral pleadings https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-19671-haiti-news-zapping-politics.html . The BCEN will render its decision without delay despite this absence. The date of publication of the result of the presidential election of 20 November, remains unchanged for Tuesday 3 January 2017.

Message from Jovenel Moïse

"On the occasion of National Independence Day, I invite all the vital forces of the Nation to work for a dignified and prosperous Haiti. We are firmly committed to the path of progress and national development. In 2017 and for the years to come, prioritize the superior interests of the nation, strengthen dialogue, opt for strengthening the state, political stability and well-being of every Haitian. The future belongs to us, let's cultivate it !" Jovenel Moïse, candidate for the presidency under the banner of the PHTK.

Wishes of the Embassy of Haiti in the USA

"Dear fellow compatriots,

Dear friend,

The Embassy of Haiti in Washington, DC is pleased to extend its best wishes for this new year.

The first day of 2017 marks the 213th Anniversary of the Republic of Haiti’s Independence. The Embassy ceases the occasion to wish all members of the Haitian community a happy National Celebration.

May 2017 be a year of joy, peace and progress for all !

Paul Altidor Ambassador"

5 questions important for the future of Haiti

"[...] The events of 2016 show us the scale of the challenges that Haiit must face in 2017. Will the country be up to it ?" said the American ambassador in Haiti Peter Mulrean who wonders and asks 5 important questions for the future of Haiti :

• Will the presidential candidates will be ready to accept the final results at the end of this month, the result of a process recognized by all Haitian and international observers as credible and greatly improved compared to 2015 ?

• Will some political actors will stop using the streets to sow fear, to weaken the democratic process and to prevent the Haitian average to Celebrate the Feasts in Peace ?

• Will the new government and the new parliament will have the wisdom to work together to makes move forward laws and programs that will meet the real needs of the people ?

• Will the private sector will have the courage to prioritize projects that promote long-term economic development and not the immediate small-scale benefits ?

• Will the international community will be ready to mobilize the necessary resources to accompany Haiti in a development partnership with objectives defined together and aimed at the advancement of the average Haitian ?

Wishes of the Embassy of Cuba

As we approach the celebration of the 58th Anniversary of the victory of the Cuban Revolution, the collective of the Embassy of Cuba in Haiti wishes you a Happy New Year 2017.

Wishes of Jude Célestin

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"At the end of difficult year that you live with difficulty, it is my duty to continue to support you morally by sending you my greetings Peace, Love and Prosperity [...] I take the solemn decision to continue to be always available to you, to walk hand in hand with you so that Love, Prosperity and Peace will spring forever. Happy New Year 2017 [...] May God Bless Haiti !" Jude Célestin presidential candidate under the banner of the LAPEH Party.

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