(2014-06) Haiti Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper
Summary — This IMF country report discusses Haiti's poverty reduction strategy, focusing on macroeconomic, structural, and social policies to support growth and reduce poverty. It highlights the country's development framework, investment program, and key guidelines for sustainable economic growth.
Key Findings
- Haiti aims to achieve accelerated and balanced economic growth and poverty reduction through its three-year development framework.
- The strategy emphasizes strengthening democratic institutions, improving public security, and consolidating the macroeconomic framework.
- Key priorities include education, human and social development, environmental reform, economic growth, energy, and the rule of law.
- The government intends to increase investments in projects promoting natural resource protection, gender equality, and collective wealth creation.
- The strategy acknowledges the need for improved governance, coordination of development efforts, and a focus on results-based management.
Full Description
This Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) for Haiti outlines the country's macroeconomic, structural, and social policies aimed at fostering economic growth and reducing poverty. It emphasizes the importance of broad consultations with stakeholders and development partners, including the World Bank and the IMF. The document details Haiti's three-year development framework, investment program, and major development guidelines, focusing on achieving accelerated, balanced economic growth and poverty reduction. It also addresses the challenges and risks associated with implementing the strategy and highlights the need for improved governance and coordination of development efforts.
Notes
IMF Country Report (14-154)