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As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Since he liked mathematics, he wanted to become an engineer. As he started studying at a university, he became more interested in politics and economics, which relate to his career now.

What are your views on globalization?

H.E. defined globalization as interdependence of the world economy and cultures. He is optimistic about it since it encourages the investment of capitals. However, he stressed the importance of protecting Haitian identities. 
What do you believe is the first step towards world peace? What do you believe is the first step towards ending world poverty?

He stated that the mutual understanding between countries is the first step towards world peace. Understanding foreign cultures and people will lead to respect for diversity in the world. To end world poverty, the fair distribution of natural resources should be realized according to H.E. Dr. Helph Monod Honorat. He also noted that improving education would help children to thrive. 
What are your goals as an ambassador? What is your passion about working as the ambassador in Japan?

H.E. began working in Japan as an ambassador 2 years ago. H.E. stated that it is an honor to represent Haiti in Japan especially because he has studied in Japan before. As an ambassador his goal is to strengthen the educational relationship not only through exchange programs in JICA but also through others. He wishes Haitian students would study in Japan and learn something useful from the Japanese education system. Moreover, another goal H.E. mentioned is to cooperate in risk management with Japan as Haiti has a lot of earthquakes and to strengthen relations through agriculture by exporting Haitian cacao, coffee, and mango to Japan.
What are some traditional games you played when you were a child?

As a child H.E. played soccer with his friends and sister. In addition, H.E. also flew kites and enjoyed dancing.

Do you have a message towards Japanese students/people?

H.E. wants the Japanese to be aware of their strength of recovery from the war and disasters and know about Haitian culture and visit there so that the relationship of the two countries becomes much stronger. 
 

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H.E. decided to come to Japan, mainly because he wanted to discover a new culture. When he first came to Japan in 2008, he perceived the politeness of Japanese people. Meanwhile, he was surprised by the fact that Japanese people do not hug their friends. Also, using  chopsticks was new to him, but he can handle chopsticks well now. 

 

He found that Kobe University, where he studied for his doctor’s degree, did not have many interactions between students and professors compared to Haitian schools. 

As he spent time in Japan, he became more eager to promote Haitian culture to Japanese people. Thus, he is working as an ambassador now and feeling proud to represent his country. 

 

H.E. offered us Haitian coffee. The taste was so mild and fruity that we could enjoy the refreshing aftertaste. He also talked about Haitian food. Green bananas called plantains are common and those are usually boiled or fried. Also, Haitian people eat rice everyday, like Japanese. Furthermore, although he does not eat raw fish in Haiti, he likes Japanese sushi and sashimi.