Haiti’s economy decelerated in 2014 and grew 2.8%, which marked the slowest pace since 2010 when an earthquake devastated the country. Meanwhile, violent demonstrations have taken place on a regular basis in recent months; protestors are demanding better working conditions and basic infrastructure such as reliable water supply. The country has been shaken by an ongoing political crisis since the parliament was dissolved in January after negotiations over a new electoral law failed. Parliamentary elections are set for August 2015.