Posted 4/5/2024, 9:42:53 PM
Haitian Summit Aims to Rally Diaspora Investment for Economic Rebuilding After Crisis
- Kesner Pharel hosting a Miami finance summit to engage Haitian diaspora on investing in Haiti's economy and rebuilding after the crisis
- Haitian diaspora sends $4B in remittances annually, more than Haiti's budget and international aid
- Summit to connect diaspora investors to Haitian companies and banks needing investment
- Discussions on leveraging political influence of diaspora in the U.S. to impact Haiti policy
- Challenges remain with ongoing violence and economic contraction, but opportunities seen for decentralization and growth outside Port-au-Prince