The Haitian prime minister has agreed to step down amidst violence and uncertainty in Haiti, with armed gangs causing chaos in the country. A peaceful transition of power faces obstacles.
Key Points
Gangs demanding bribes along transportation routes
Challenges in restoring security without a government in place
Delay in deployment of peacekeeping force by Kenya
Pros
International community presenting a plan for a transitional council to elect a new prime minister
Efforts being made to restore security in the country
Cons
Outnumbered police by armed gangs in Port-au-Prince
Delay in deployment of Kenyan peacekeeping force due to various hurdles