Jovenel Moïse

Politician and President of Haiti

Jovenel Moïse - Politician and President of Haiti
Born

1968
57 years ago

Died

July 7th, 2021
4 years ago — 53 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Haiti

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An entrepreneur and politician, held the office of President of Haiti from 2017 until assassination in 2021. Focused on infrastructure projects and agricultural development during tenure. Prior to presidency, owned a successful agricultural business, primarily involved in the production of bananas for export.

Served as President of Haiti from 2017 to 2021

Initiated infrastructure projects

Promoted agricultural development initiatives

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