Where is Haiti located in the Caribbean region?

Haiti is a Caribbean nation that occupies the western third of the island of Hispaniola.21

Its geographic location is defined by the following boundaries and proximity to other territories:

• Borders: It is bordered to the east by the Dominican Republic, to the north by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the south and west by the Caribbean Sea.23
• Nearby Islands: Cuba is located approximately 50 miles (80 km) to the west of Haiti’s northern peninsula across the Windward Passage, while Jamaica lies about 120 miles (190 km) west of the southern peninsula across the Jamaica Channel. Additionally, Great Inagua Island of The Bahamas is situated roughly 70 miles (110 km) to the north.23
• Offshore Islands: The country also includes smaller islands such as Gonâve, Tortue, Grande Caye, and Vache.21