President Emmanuel Macron of France has publicly addressed the historical injustices faced by Haiti, particularly regarding the indemnity demanded by France upon Haiti's independence 200 years ago. He recognized that this demand placed Haiti in a unique and unjust situation where descendants of enslaved people were obligated to compensate former colonial masters. To confront these historical truths, Macron announced the formation of a joint commission of historians from France and Haiti to investigate these events, aiming to provide recommendations for reconciliation and understanding between the nations.
President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the need to confront historical truths regarding Haiti's independence and the unjust indemnity imposed by France on the nation.
He announced the formation of a joint French-Haitian commission to explore the complex history and legacy of the debt imposed on Haiti after its independence.
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