Haiti is a Caribbean nation on Hispaniola, sharing the island with the Dominican Republic. It is a country marked by rich history, including the first successful slave revolt leading to the world's first black-led republic. However, Haiti faces significant challenges including widespread political instability, high poverty rates, escalating violence, and environmental vulnerability to natural disasters. Its landscape is mountainous, its culture is a blend of African and French influences, and its official languages are Haitian Creole and French.