(2005) CRS - Haiti: International Assistance Strategy for the Interim Government and Congressional Concerns
Summary — This report discusses the international assistance strategy for Haiti following the collapse of President Aristide's government in 2004. It focuses on the Interim Cooperation Framework (ICF) and congressional concerns regarding the disbursement and effectiveness of aid.
Key Findings
- International organizations and governments pledged $1.085 billion to Haiti for 2004-2006.
- The Interim Cooperation Framework (ICF) outlines Haiti's priority needs and programs.
- Congressional concerns focus on the rate of fund disbursement and aid effectiveness.
- Progress has been made in voter registration, fiscal transparency, and job creation.
Full Description
This Congressional Research Service report examines the international assistance strategy developed for Haiti after the ouster of President Jean-Bertrand Aristide in February 2004. The strategy, known as the Interim Cooperation Framework (ICF), was designed to address Haiti's short-term needs until a new government could be established. The report details the ICF's four strategic axes: political governance and national dialogue; economic governance and institutional development; economic recovery; and access to basic services. It also discusses congressional concerns regarding the pace of fund disbursement and the effectiveness of the aid being provided, as well as progress made under the ICF.