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| Bazin (1992–1993) |
Marc Louis Bazin (March 6, 1932 – June 16, 2010) was a Haitian politician, economist, and former World Bank official who played a significant role in Haiti's political landscape during the early 1990s. Born in Saint-Marc, Haiti, Bazin pursued studies in law and economics at the Solvay Institute in Brussels. His expertise in economics led him to work for the World Bank from 1972 to 1976.
Bazin's political career began under the regime of Jean-Claude Duvalier, where he briefly served as Minister of Finance and Economy in 1982. However, his tenure was short-lived due to his refusal to tolerate corruption. Following the fall of the Duvalier regime in 1986, Bazin emerged as a prominent political figure and ran for president in the 1990 elections. Despite being favored by the United States and Haiti's elite, he garnered only 14% of the vote, losing to Jean-Bertrand Aristide.
In the aftermath of a military coup that ousted Aristide in 1991, Bazin was appointed Prime Minister and Acting President by the military government on June 19, 1992. His administration faced significant challenges, including international sanctions and widespread opposition. Bazin's tenure ended on June 15, 1993, as political pressure mounted for Aristide's return to power.
After leaving office, Bazin continued to participate in Haitian politics, advocating for democracy and economic development. He ran for president again in 2006 but received less than 1% of the vote. Bazin passed away in Pétion-Ville, Haiti, at the age of 78, leaving behind a complex legacy as a technocrat and political leader during one of Haiti's most turbulent periods.
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