Haitian Government Launches Weekly 'Governmental Podium' Program
New institutional platform aims to boost visibility of government action and improve public information flow.
On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Minister of Communication Emmanuel Ménard launched the weekly program "Governmental Podium," according to haitilibre.com. The new institutional communication platform aims to increase the visibility of government action, improve the flow of public information, and strengthen the relationship between the government and the general public. The initiative, spearheaded by Lucien Jura, Secretary of State for Communication, aligns with directives from Prime Minister Fils-Aimé seeking to revitalize public communication, the outlet reported. Supported by the Ministry of Communication, the program is intended to help citizens better understand initiatives undertaken by public authorities. The premiere featured Kathia Verdier, Minister for Haitians Living Abroad (MHAVE), as its guest. Verdier presented the key achievements of her ministry and highlighted issues concerning the Haitian diaspora, according to haitilibre.com. The inaugural episode included a guest profile, a documentary reviewing MHAVE's achievements under Verdier's leadership, a news segment, and a humorous interlude, all designed to address the public's need for official information. The program is scheduled to air weekly.