标签： Haiti

In a landmark move to bolster economic and social progress in the Americas, the Organization of American States (OAS) and the Latin American Business Council (CEAL) have forged a strategic partnership. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed during the XXXVI CEAL Plenary Assembly in Washington, DC, aims to enhance public-private sector cooperation with a particular focus on Haiti. The initiative underscores a shared commitment to addressing critical areas such as education, financial inclusion, employment, and food security. CEAL President Roberto J. Zamora emphasized the significance of this alliance, stating, ‘This agreement marks a pivotal moment for a new era of collaboration. Politicians and business leaders must unite to tackle economic challenges and drive development. Haiti will be our first test case.’ OAS Secretary General Albert R. Ramdin echoed this sentiment, describing the partnership as a milestone and expressing optimism about its potential to foster long-term relationships across the region. CEAL, a coalition of private sector leaders from 19 Latin American countries, Puerto Rico, Miami, and the Iberian Peninsula, is dedicated to promoting a ‘borderless America’ through investment, entrepreneurship, and knowledge exchange. This joint effort signals a renewed commitment to Haiti’s development amid ongoing challenges.

On November 6, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI) of Haiti, in collaboration with the Regional Chambers of Commerce and Industry and the United Nations system, hosted a pivotal session of the Private Sector Engagement Forum at the Karibe Convention Center in Pétion-ville. The event aimed to address the pressing issue of community violence in Haiti through economic and social strategies. Key attendees included Frinel Joseph, Presidential Advisor; Pedrica Saint Jean, Minister for the Status of Women; James Monazard, Minister of Commerce and Industry; and representatives from the UN and the Kenyan Gang Suppression Force (GSF).

The forum focused on the National Action Plan for Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration, and Reduction of Community Violence (DDR-RVC), emphasizing the need to tackle the root causes of violence by fostering sustainable economic opportunities. Discussions underscored the importance of economic governance, local solutions, and private sector integration into national stabilization efforts. The overarching goal is to strengthen communities, boost local employment, and promote social peace.

In his address, Frinel Joseph highlighted the necessity of peace for constitutional order, urging private sector involvement in youth reintegration and community reconstruction. Minister Monazard outlined short-term initiatives to support entrepreneurship in violence-free areas and long-term plans to enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem in vulnerable neighborhoods. He stressed the role of inclusive economic development in combating insecurity.

Minister Pedrica Saint Jean emphasized the critical role of women in peacebuilding and economic recovery, calling for their active participation in community mediation and social reconstruction. She urged the private sector to adopt a gender perspective in its strategies, asserting that women’s involvement is essential for lasting peace and economic recovery. The forum concluded with a reaffirmation of the government’s commitment to building an inclusive and resilient society with women as key contributors to national development.

On November 4th, 2025, Albert R. Ramdin, Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), presented the third version of the Roadmap for Stability and Peace in Haiti to the Permanent Council. This updated plan, estimated at $2.6 billion, aims to restore stability, foster development, and ensure prosperity in Haiti. The roadmap, which enjoys broad international support, was first introduced in August 2025. Ramdin emphasized the urgency of the situation, calling on member states and partners to transition from intentions to concrete actions that alleviate the suffering of the Haitian people and establish a foundation for stability, democracy, and hope under Haitian leadership with effective international coordination. He highlighted the pressing need to address the freedom with which gangs operate, urging accelerated coordination and deployment processes. The OAS continues to maintain close dialogue with Haitian leadership and coordinates with the UN, CARICOM, and key partners to translate Haitian priorities into operational and verifiable actions. The third version of the roadmap incorporates substantive inputs from member states, aligns with UN Security Council Resolution 2793, and establishes the Gang Suppression Force (GSF) to replace the Multinational Security Mission (MSS). It also creates the United Nations Support Office for Haiti (UNSOH) and assigns logistical responsibilities to the OAS in coordination with the Force’s Base Operational Framework (FRB). The update ensures institutional continuity by addressing potential power vacuums and reflects priorities identified by Haitian authorities, including outcomes from Prime Minister Fils-Aimé’s recent visit to the OAS.

Laurent Saint-Cyr, the President pro tempore and Coordinator of Haiti’s Transitional Council, recently concluded a significant meeting with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. The encounter took place during Saint-Cyr’s official visit to Qatar for the Second World Summit on Social Development, held from November 4th to 6th, 2025. Al Thani, who also serves as Chairman of the Qatar Fund for Development and holds key roles in Qatar’s Supreme Council for Economic Affairs and Investment, extended a warm welcome to the Haitian leader. He expressed appreciation for Haiti’s participation in the summit, highlighting it as a testament to the deepening bilateral ties between the two nations. Al Thani also conveyed Qatar’s solidarity with Haiti in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, underscoring the Gulf state’s commitment to supporting its Caribbean partner. The discussions centered on enhancing cooperation in critical areas, including security and social development. Qatar reaffirmed its support for Haiti’s efforts to restore stability, particularly through its involvement in the United Nations-approved Gang Suppression Force (GSF), a joint initiative with the United States. Additionally, the leaders explored partnerships in youth reintegration and housing construction for Haitian National Police personnel, aiming to address the country’s pressing social and economic challenges. Both sides agreed to continue their strategic dialogue and explore new avenues of collaboration, with Qatar expressing interest in reviewing specific projects aligned with Haiti’s national priorities.