Massacre River : Thorny conflict between Haiti and the Dominican Republic
In 2018, Haiti embarked on a large-scale project: the canalization of the Massacre River. However, this initiative quickly turned controversial, becoming the source of heated diplomatic tensions between Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
The initial goal of this ambitious project was to provide irrigation to over 3,000 hectares of the fertile Maribahoux Plain. However, its implementation proved to be a challenging endeavor fraught with disagreements.
The original project plan highlighted a critical point: the canal, primarily constructed from rock and gabion, would not be able to indefinitely contain the water. This limitation immediately raised concerns about water management and potential environmental risks.
The Cuban firm DINVAl was tasked with carrying out this colossal under...