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Prime Minister of the Republic of Haiti
Flag of Haiti.svg
Official portrait of of Fils-Aimé
Incumbent
Alix Didier Fils-Aimé

since 10 November 2024
Executive branch of the Haitian Government
Style His/Her Excellency
Member of Council of Ministers
Seat Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Appointer President
Inaugural holder Martial Célestin
Formation 9 February 1988


The Prime Minister of Haiti (in French: Premier ministre d'Haïti, in Haitian Creole: Haitian Creole: Premye Minis Ayiti) is the main leader of the government in Haiti. This important job was created in 1987 with Haiti's new Constitution. Before that, the President had all the main power and led the group of ministers.

Currently, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé is serving as the acting Prime Minister. He started this role on November 10, 2024.

What is the Prime Minister's Role?

The Prime Minister of Haiti is like the chief manager of the country's daily operations. They work closely with the President to make sure the government runs smoothly.

How the Prime Minister is Chosen

The President chooses who they want to be the Prime Minister. After the President picks someone, the National Assembly (which is like Haiti's main law-making body) has to agree with the choice. This process ensures that both the President and the Parliament support the person who will lead the government.

What the Prime Minister Does

The Prime Minister has many important duties. They help to make sure the country's laws are followed. Here are some of their main responsibilities:

  • Choosing Ministers: The Prime Minister picks the people who will be in charge of different government departments, like education or health. They do this by talking with the President.
  • Getting Approval: After choosing their team, the Prime Minister presents their plans for the country to the National Assembly. They need the Assembly to vote "yes" to show they trust the Prime Minister's plans. This is called a "vote of confidence."
  • Enforcing Laws: The Prime Minister makes sure that the laws passed by the government are put into action across the country.
  • National Defense: Along with the President, the Prime Minister is responsible for keeping Haiti safe and protecting its people.
  • Overseeing Government Spending: The Prime Minister also supervises a special group called the National Commission on Government Procurement (CNMP). This group makes sure that the government buys things fairly and correctly.

Longest Serving Prime Ministers

Some Prime Ministers have served for a long time in Haiti.

  • Gérard Latortue was Prime Minister for the longest period, serving for 1,550 days.
  • Jacques-Édouard Alexis served the second-longest time. He was Prime Minister for 1,526 days over two different terms. He is known for being the longest-serving Prime Minister who was chosen by an elected President.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Primer ministro de Haití para niños

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