AGP Executive Report

Haiti in the World Cup spotlight: Haiti’s return to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after 1974 is being framed as a political and national resilience story, with coverage highlighting the Grenadiers’ exile-away qualifying run and coach Sébastien Migné’s transition-based style. Government & policy: Haiti’s Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé announced elimination of taxes on batteries and solar panels, tying the move to World Environment Day and “green jobs” priorities. Digital governance in education: The Ministry of National Education adopted a decree creating a National Commission for the Digital Transformation of the Education System to plan and coordinate sector digitization. Humanitarian & development: Meds and Food for Kids (MFK), a Haiti-based non-profit, presented its work against malnutrition in the North and Northeast, including production of therapeutic peanut-based foods and support for peanut producers. Rule of law & local administration: A Zapping Haiti update reports an inspection halting a gas station construction in Ouanaminthe for failing legal and administrative requirements. Culture & national identity: The Livres en Folie book fair in Pétion-Ville honored poet René Depestre, drawing hundreds and featuring 114 Haitian authors and 1,100+ titles.

Prime Minister’s Tax Cuts: Haiti’s PM Alix Didier Fils-Aimé announced the elimination of taxes on batteries and solar panels, framed as part of World Environment Day efforts to push a greener, “green jobs” agenda. Education Digital Push: The Ministry of National Education adopted a decree creating a National Commission for the Digital Transformation of the Education System, aiming to modernize teaching, improve school governance, and expand access to digital learning resources. Anti-Malnutrition Work in the North: Meds and Food for Kids (MFK), a Haiti-based non-profit, outlined its therapeutic food production for vulnerable communities in the North and Northeast, including support for local peanut producers and output of hundreds of tons of nutrition products. Local Governance & Justice: “Zapping Haiti” reports an inspection halted a gas station construction in Ouanaminthe for failing legal and safety requirements, and notes Michel Martelly was summoned by a judge in the Jovenel Moïse assassination investigation. Security Update: The same roundup says two dangerous murder suspects were killed during a police operation targeting a gang base near Limonade. Governance Watch: Transparency International’s latest Corruption Perceptions Index again places Haiti at the bottom of the Caribbean table, reinforcing concerns about public-sector corruption and trust.

Haiti Security & State Presence: Haiti’s Armed Forces (FAd’H) continue consolidation in Port-au-Prince. Defense Minister Mario Andrésol inspected sites recently cleared of terrorists and now secured along Avenue Christophe, including Unitech, the Faculty of Humanities, the Institute of African Studies, and INAGHEI—while commending troop discipline and efforts to restore state authority. Haiti Humanitarian Pressure: Haiti’s displacement crisis worsened again: IOM reports nearly 1.5 million people displaced, with women and girls making up more than half, and fresh waves of flight after renewed violence in Cité Soleil in May. Haiti Environment & Civic Action: On World Environment Day (June 5), Haiti’s Ministry of the Environment highlighted school-based awareness, beach cleanups, mangrove education, and tree-planting across multiple departments, including Port-de-Paix and Cap-Haïtien. Haiti Football & National Symbolism: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé launched a commemorative postage stamp marking Haiti’s Grenadiers qualification for the 2026 World Cup, framing it as unity and hope for the nation. US Immigration Court Fight (Impact on Haiti): A US federal judge struck down Trump-era immigration restrictions affecting asylum and benefits for nationals from 39 countries, while Haiti was listed among those facing total restrictions—keeping entry uncertainty a live political issue for Haitian migrants and families. World Cup Logistics Touching Haiti: Visa and entry disputes around the World Cup continue, with Iran’s team visas cleared after initial doubts, underscoring how travel rules can reshape participation and coverage.

Haiti Justice Push: Amnesty International welcomed Haiti’s announcement of specialized judicial units to tackle organized financial crimes, illegal arms, sexual violence, and trafficking, urging authorities to prioritize justice for child victims amid gang violence and impunity. Humanitarian Crisis at Sea: U.S. Coast Guard and CBP intercepted an overcrowded vessel carrying 240 Haitian migrants near the Turks and Caicos, warning the journey was dangerously hazardous as Haiti’s displacement nears 1.5 million people. World Cup, Immigration Pressure: Human Rights Watch warned Scotland’s June 13 match vs Haiti in Boston is a “legitimate risk” for ICE targeting, as Trump-era immigration actions and TPS uncertainty loom over Haitian communities in the U.S. U.S. Court Win for Migrants: A federal judge in Rhode Island struck down Trump-era USCIS policies that froze asylum, work permits, green cards, and citizenship decisions for people from 39 countries, calling the move unlawful and leaving applicants in “indeterminate legal limbo.” Aviation Link: Sunrise Airways opened reservations for a new daily Cap-Haïtien–Santo Domingo route, with evening departures from Cap-Haïtien and morning returns. Sports Symbolism: Haiti’s Postal Service launched a commemorative stamp celebrating the Grenadiers’ 2026 World Cup qualification.

Electoral Crisis: Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) chief Jacques Desrosiers rejected any “confrontation” with the Prime Minister’s Office over a draft electoral decree amended by the executive, saying the dispute is about interpretation and asking for dialogue after the CEP dismissed Executive Director Uder Antoine. Labor & Governance: Social Affairs and Labor Minister Marc-Elie Nelson told the ILO in Geneva that Haiti needs stronger ILO support, including a permanent presence, to modernize labor rules, deepen social dialogue, and improve decent work and minimum-wage protections. Security & Displacement: The UN warned that Haiti’s displacement crisis is worsening, with renewed gang attacks in Cité Soleil displacing over 18,000 people in May and pushing Port-au-Prince’s internally displaced total above 300,000. Local Waste Management: Fort-Liberté residents demanded action after a donor-funded landfill remains closed because a missing weighbridge keeps it offline, forcing garbage dumping near the site. Regional Spillover: U.S. authorities intercepted 240 Haitian migrants on an overcrowded vessel near the Turks and Caicos, citing dangerous sea conditions and transferring them to local border custody. US Courts/Immigration: A federal judge struck down Trump-era USCIS policies that paused asylum, work permits, green cards, and citizenship decisions for people from 39 countries, calling the delays unlawful.

Immigration & Security: U.S. and regional authorities intercepted a Haitian-linked maritime attempt near the Turks and Caicos, rescuing 240 people from an overcrowded boat taking on water; the incident underscores the deadly risks of illegal sea routes. Justice & Guns: A Haitian-American woman in Jacksonville pleaded guilty in federal court to smuggling firearms and contraband to Haiti, with prosecutors citing a major weapons seizure tied to a shipping container route from Miami. Diaspora & Community: Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced free World Cup community watch parties across neighborhoods, signaling how major international events are being used to build local civic space. Haiti’s World Cup Moment: Haiti’s return to the World Cup after 52 years is being met with government-backed support for the Haitian Football Federation, framing the tournament as a national morale boost amid instability. Regional Climate Finance: Canada pledged about US$97 million via the GAIA Climate Loan Fund to support climate adaptation and mitigation in vulnerable Caribbean states, including small island nations.

Haiti Electoral Crisis: The Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) says the Executive Branch has rewritten the electoral decree: after the Council of Ministers adopted a modified decree published in Le Moniteur #27, the CEP dismissed Executive Director Uder Antoine, calling it an attack on CEP independence and interference in election organization. Security & State Capacity: The Ministry of Defense announced a national recruitment drive for the Armed Forces of Haiti (FAd’H) from June 8–12 across all departments, seeking both soldier and technical candidates. World Cup Prep, Public Access: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé presided over distribution of “Ayiti nan Mondyal” audiovisual kits—100-inch TVs, generators, internet equipment, and prepaid service—aimed at letting communal sections watch Haiti’s matches from June 11 to July 19. Diaspora & Tourism Link: Haiti’s Tourism Ministry marked the inauguration of a new direct air route between Newark and Cap-Haitien, pitching it as a boost for North Haiti tourism and diaspora travel. FAd’H Recruitment: The call also lists eligibility requirements including Haitian nationality, age bands, fitness, and no serious criminal convictions.

Electoral Crisis: Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) is clashing with the Executive after the government adopted a modified electoral decree over CEP objections, and then moved to replace CEP executive director Uder Antoine—prompting CEP to bar him from its premises. Security & Rights: UN human rights reporting says gang violence in 2026 has left at least 2,310 dead and 1,100 injured, with widespread sexual violence and child recruitment; meanwhile MSF says emergency services are gradually resuming in Cité Soleil after evacuation. Defense & Recruitment: The Ministry of Defense announced a national FAd’H recruitment drive June 8–12 across all departments, seeking both soldiers and technical professionals. Government & Infrastructure: The Prime Minister oversaw distribution of “Ayiti nan Mondyal” World Cup viewing kits to communal sections and communes, while Tourism officials inaugurated a new Newark–Cap-Haïtien air link to boost North Haiti tourism. Diaspora & Politics: Haitian diaspora activists are pushing back against diaspora groups speaking over people on the ground as elections uncertainty grows. Sports Diplomacy: Haiti’s World Cup return is being framed as a “sign of peace,” with goalkeeper Josue Duverger highlighting the fifth-tier-to-World Cup story amid the country’s security crisis.

Electoral Crisis: Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) barred executive director Uder Antoine from entering its Pétion-Ville offices, calling it a “conservatory measure” after Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé’s cabinet adopted an electoral decree over CEP objections—sparking protests near the CEP and raising fears of a new election showdown. Legal/Institutional Fallout: A separate report says the decree was “drastically modified” from the draft CEP submitted earlier, with CEP members warning it violates the council’s constitutional independence. Security & Governance: In Village de Dieu, clashes involving Haitian National Police, drones, tear gas, and armored vehicles pushed residents toward Martissant, as the government simultaneously celebrated Haiti’s 4-0 friendly win over New Zealand. Diaspora & Diplomacy: Haiti’s Tourism Minister Stéphanie Smith mobilized the Haitian diaspora in New York ahead of the World Cup, while Sunrise Airways launched a direct Cap-Haïtien–Newark route to strengthen northern Haiti–U.S. ties. Human Rights Lens: The UN’s Children and Armed Conflict report flagged Haiti among countries with high numbers of grave violations against children in 2024.

Elections Crisis: Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) says a June 2 electoral decree presented by Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé is “significantly different” from the draft the CEP submitted in April—raising fresh alarms about the CEP’s independence and constitutional compliance. Public Security: Haiti’s National Police graduated 1,200 new recruits (nearly 250 women) under the P4000+ push, hours before three officers and a civilian were killed in a gang confrontation—highlighting how fast violence is outpacing state capacity. World Cup Politics & Mobility: The U.S. granted a visa to Haiti midfielder Woodensky Pierre, the only player still based in the Caribbean, clearing his travel to Florida after a prior delay tied to visa restrictions and security concerns. Diaspora & Connectivity: Sunrise Airways launched a direct Cap-Haïtien–Newark route, a new travel bridge for Haiti’s northern region and New York–New Jersey diaspora. Sports Diplomacy Mood: Haiti’s Wilson Isidor told Scotland they’re not at the World Cup “just to participate,” after Haiti’s 4-0 friendly win over New Zealand.

Haiti Security & UN Backing: The Haitian National Police says it recovered the bodies of three officers and a civilian scout killed during an operation against criminal gangs in Artibonite, as the UN-backed Gang Suppression Force begins its gradual rollout in the Port-au-Prince metro area. Regional Diplomacy: Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader and Suriname’s President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons urged stronger international action on Haiti, stressing human rights and regional stability. Defense Cooperation: Haiti’s Minister of Defense Mario Andrésol met Argentina’s chargé d’affaires to discuss deepening defense and security ties, including training opportunities for Haitian candidates and coordination with the Gang Suppression Force. World Cup Politics & Migration: Haiti’s football federation confirmed Woodensky Pierre received a US visa to join the national team in Florida, with Haiti opening World Cup play against Scotland in Foxborough before matches vs Brazil and Morocco. Public Safety at Home: Philadelphia officials laid out security, transit, and fan-festival logistics for World Cup matches starting June 14, including expanded SEPTA service and emergency planning. Culture & Identity: Haitian musicians released a wave of songs celebrating Les Grenadiers’ return to the World Cup, turning the tournament into a broader national moment of pride.

Haiti Security & Police: Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force (GSF) has begun a gradual deployment in the Port-au-Prince metro area, while the Haitian National Police recovered the bodies of three officers and a civilian scout killed during an operation in Artibonite. Defense Diplomacy: Haiti’s Minister of Defense Mario Andrésol met Argentina’s chargé d’affaires to deepen defense and security cooperation, including training pathways for Haitian candidates and coordination with the GSF. World Cup & Migration: Haiti’s Grenadier Woodensky Pierre finally received a U.S. visa and is set to travel to Florida to join the national team for World Cup preparations, with warmups against New Zealand and Peru ahead of Haiti’s June 13 opener vs Scotland. Regional Pressure on Haiti: Dominican President Luis Abinader and Suriname’s President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons urged stronger international action on Haiti, stressing human rights and regional stability. Electoral/Institutional Notes: Haiti’s political and governance agenda continues to feature preparations for elections and electoral security coordination, including the CEP’s engagement with the Electoral Security Unit. Culture & Community: Haiti’s World Cup return is also being framed as a rare moment of unity and hope amid violence and instability.

Haiti–U.S. Security Diplomacy: U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau visited Haiti and the Dominican Republic to press regional security priorities and expand commercial ties, meeting Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, Haitian National Police leaders, and UN-authorized Gang Suppression Force representatives amid intensified anti-gang operations. Haiti–France Cooperation: Haiti’s Planning and External Cooperation Minister Sandra Paulemon met a French delegation led by Ambassador Antoine Michon to review development projects across agriculture, food security, education, health, governance, biodiversity and culture, with Haiti urging partners to coordinate earlier and track results closely. Youth Voice in Port-au-Prince: A National Forum on Youth Leadership brought 736 young people together to demand a Youth Advisory Council, incubators, stronger transparency and integrity, and a digital platform for citizen participation. Haiti World Cup Build-Up: As Haiti prepares for its first World Cup appearance in 52 years, fans are shifting from Brazil to the Grenadiers, and the team’s final friendlies in South Florida (vs New Zealand and Peru) are framed as key tests ahead of Group C matches vs Scotland, Brazil and Morocco. Environment Fridays: In Pétion-ville, the Ministry of the Environment ran “Environment Fridays” with students to push waste management, pollution control and everyday ecological responsibility. Cité Soleil Pressure: Residents in Cité Soleil demanded protection after new gang violence displaced hundreds, underscoring the security strain Haiti faces even as major events approach.

U.S.-Haiti Security Talks: U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau visited Port-au-Prince and met Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, senior Haitian National Police leaders, and UN-authorized gang suppression partners, then traveled to Santo Domingo to coordinate on regional security and trade. State Security Buildout: Haiti’s Prime Minister presided over the graduation of 1,192 new Haitian National Police officers (238 women) from the P4000+ program, as the government pushes “zero tolerance” and aims to restore state authority. France Cooperation: Haiti’s Planning Minister Sandra Paulemon met a French delegation led by Ambassador Antoine Michon to review about 15 development projects across agriculture, health, governance, and security, stressing earlier partner involvement and monitoring. Youth Voice in Politics: A national forum in Port-au-Prince gathered 736 young people to demand a Youth Advisory Council, incubators, more transparency, and a digital platform for citizen participation. World Cup Hope Amid Crisis: Haiti’s “Grenadiers” return to the World Cup after 52 years, with fans in Port-au-Prince rallying around the team as violence and instability continue. Mother’s Day Message: Prime Minister Fils-Aimé and ministries paid tribute to Haitian mothers as pillars of national cohesion during turmoil.

Security & State-Building: Haiti’s Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé presided over the graduation of the 36th PNH class under the P4000+ program, adding 1,192 new officers (including 238 women) as the government pushes “zero tolerance” against armed groups and the reconquest of strategic areas. Elections & Governance: Fils-Aimé also closed the International Conference of the Electoral Chair at UEH, with CEP leaders and partners discussing how to ensure a secure environment for the 2026 elections and protect electoral infrastructure. Public Finance Watch: The BRH released its monetary policy note for fiscal 2025-2026 Q2, citing weak economic activity, high inflation, fuel price pressures, large displacement, and food insecurity affecting millions. Labor & Gender: Haiti’s Social Affairs and Labour Minister Marc-Elie Nelson heads to the ILO’s 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva to address jobs, decent work, social dialogue, and gender equality. Environment & Youth: The Ministry of the Environment launched the 4th Eco-Genius competition in Pétion-ville, backed by UNESCO and partners, aiming to train young Haitians to tackle climate and environmental risks. Humanitarian Reality: “Zapping Haiti” reports police killed in action during a gang clash and injuries from an illegal fuel distribution explosion in Delmas.

Security & Police Reform: Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé presided over the graduation of the 36th Haitian National Police (PNH) class—1,192 new officers (including 238 women)—as Haiti pushes “zero tolerance” against armed groups and expands state authority. International Labor Diplomacy: Haiti’s Minister of Social Affairs and Labour Marc-Elie Nelson heads to Geneva for the ILO’s 114th International Labour Conference, focusing on jobs, decent work, social dialogue, and gender equality. Economic Watch: The BRH released its monetary policy note for fiscal Q2 2025-2026, citing weak growth (-1.1% in Q1), high inflation (20.6% in March), major food insecurity, and the scale of displacement. Electoral Process Planning: The PM attended the closing of a conference of the Electoral Council (CEP) on ensuring the success of Haiti’s 2026 elections, stressing security and protection of electoral infrastructure. Humanitarian & Public Safety: A “Zapping Haiti” update reports three PNH officers killed in action during clashes with the Gran Grif gang, and injuries from an explosion during illegal diesel distribution in Delmas. Diaspora & Politics-Adjacent Pressure: In Miami, Haitian community members rallied around the national team as Haiti returns to the World Cup after 52 years, while separate U.S. reporting highlights ongoing deportation fights affecting Haitians under TPS.