Haiti’s security strategy entered a new phase on Monday as Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé chaired the first meeting of the Superior Council of the Haitian National Police (CSPN) since the appointment of Acting Police Chief André Jonas Vladimir Paraison on August 8.

The CSPN is Haiti’s highest decision-making body for public security, bringing together senior government officials and police leadership to set operational and strategic priorities. This inaugural session with the new police chief comes at a time when armed violence, kidnappings, and organized crime continue to disrupt daily life, threatening stability and public trust.

In his address, Prime Minister Fils-Aimé pledged his “full and unwavering commitment” to mobilizing all available state resources to restore order, protect citizens, and dismantle criminal networks at their source. “Public security is essential to safeguard social peace, ensure the free movement of people and goods, and create the conditions for free, inclusive, and democratic elections,” he emphasized.

Paraison’s appointment signals the government’s determination to stabilize and strengthen police leadership after years of turnover at the top. Known for his operational expertise, the acting police chief is expected to prioritize institutional reform, reinforce specialized units, and enhance coordination with international security partners.

The Prime Minister concluded by stressing that his administration, “united and determined,” will act “with firmness, consistency, and coherence” until Haiti achieves a decisive victory over insecurity — a victory he says will allow citizens to “finally breathe” and restore both stability and confidence in the Republic.