Against this backdrop, on November 11, the Konrad Adenauer Foundation New York Office hosted a roundtable luncheon, “Restoring Stability in Haiti: Regional Perspectives and International Responses,” featuring Ambassador Ramón Pérez Fermín, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Management and Operations of the Dominican Republic, and Ambassador Jatzel Roman, Senior Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs. The event brought together ambassadors and representatives from diplomatic missions, the United Nations, think tanks, and civil society for an exchange on Haiti's evolving crisis, the international security response, and prospects for lasting stability.
The discussion underscored the multifaceted nature of Haiti's challenges, from gang violence and widespread sexual and gender-based violence to urgent humanitarian needs, energy insecurity, and the restoration of essential services. Participants highlighted the importance of sustained financing, personnel mobilization, and operational support for the GSF, alongside stronger partnerships involving Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, and international development partners. Particular recognition was given to the Dominican Republic's important role in regional stabilization efforts, including its logistical and financial contributions, facilitation of international deployments, and continued diplomatic engagement in support of Haiti's security and recovery. The exchange reaffirmed the importance of combining immediate security measures with humanitarian assistance, institutional strengthening, and long-term development to support a more stable future for Haiti.