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HAITI TAKES STEP FORWARD IN FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION WITH OAS PARTNERSHIP

The Organization of American States’ (OAS) Project for Institutional Strengthening in the Fight against Corruption in Haiti, known as RILCH, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Haiti’s School of the Judiciary, or EMA, to support anti-corruption efforts.

Partnership Objectives

The partnership aims to strengthen the capacities of Haitian judges and prosecutors through specialized training and knowledge transfer from OAS experts. The goal is to improve the country’s anti-corruption infrastructure, particularly in investigating and prosecuting cases of corruption and financial crimes.

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“This agreement marks a significant step forward for Haiti’s justice system,” said Ana María Calderón Boy, General Coordinator of RILCH, during the signing ceremony. “It allows us to work together to build the capacity of Haitian magistrates, especially those involved in fighting corruption.”

Kesner Michel Thermesi, Director General of EMA, emphasized that the partnership will also strengthen judicial independence and the rule of law in Haiti.

Background

The RILCH project was created at the request of Haiti’s government, which sought international support for anti-corruption efforts. The project is financed by the governments of Switzerland and Italy and aims to improve institutional systems and processes through training, technical advice, and collaboration.

Previous Agreements

This is the third Memorandum of Understanding signed by RILCH with a Haitian institution, following agreements with the Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC) in July 2021 and the Central Financial Intelligence Unit (UCREF) in February 2022.