Haiti

A Beacon of Hope in a Crisis: Taiwan's Support for Haiti As the Caribbean nation of Haiti continues to grapple with a deepening crisis, international attention and support have become paramount. Taiwan's foreign ministry has signaled its willingness to assist its distressed ally, Haiti, although it has stopped short of explicitly endorsing US President Joe Biden's proposal for an urgent security intervention in the country. (Also Read: New Immigration Law Reshaping Life in Florida: Immigrants Uncertain and Afraid) President Biden's appeal to the United Nations (UN) for a "security support mission" in Haiti is a response to the country's deteriorating security situation. This deterioration followed the assassination of Haiti's...

In the heart of Port-au-Prince, a local clinic, which has been serving the community for over three decades, stands as a beacon of hope amidst the chaos brought about by armed groups dominating the city. The facility is tirelessly battling an alarming spike in child malnutrition, exacerbated by the relentless gang violence plaguing Haiti. The Face of Malnutrition Amidst Chaos Every day, the Fontaine hospital, founded by Jose Ulysse, witnesses between 120 and 160 children arriving for vaccinations. It is during these visits that screenings reveal heart-wrenching cases of malnutrition. According to Ulysse, "In some extreme cases, the children appear skeletal and exhibit respiratory issues - a typical symptom of severe malnutrition." While moderate cases are provided with nutritional aid and sent home, the most critically malnourished are admitted and closely monitored until their health stabilizes. Ulysse highlights a dist...