Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé received on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the National Palace, an inter-American and international delegation jointly led by the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Albert Ramdin, and the Secretary General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Carla Barnett.
On Monday, August 17, 2026, Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé received at the National Palace an inter-American and international delegation jointly led by the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), Albert Ramdin, and the Secretary General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Carla Barnett. This meeting is part of a joint mission taking place from August 16 to 19 in Port-au-Prince.
According to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s office, this visit reflects the international community’s desire to strengthen its support for the Haitian people and institutions in a context considered crucial for the country’s future. “It is specifically aimed at consolidating cooperation around national priorities such as security, the electoral process, humanitarian needs, and the revival of development,” the statement emphasized.“The exchanges between the Prime Minister and the delegation focused in particular on the government’s efforts to restore security and create the necessary conditions for holding credible, inclusive, and transparent elections. The discussions also looked at ways to strengthen international support for Haitian institutions and improve coordination among various partners,” reported the Prime Minister’s office.
“The government reaffirms its determination to continue actions aimed at restoring state authority, enhancing security across the country, and advancing the electoral process, in line with the aspirations of the Haitian people and democratic principles,” the Prime Minister’s statement concluded.In a post on social media X, Albert Ramdin, Secretary General of the OAS, mentioned having productive discussions with Haitian authorities. “A central focus of our talks was the urgent need to move forward with election preparations. Restoring elected institutions is essential for Haiti’s democratic future and to build the stability and trust needed for the country’s recovery. Security and sustainable development are crucial for this effort and must progress alongside the electoral process,” said the OAS Secretary General.Albert Ramdin reaffirmed the OAS’s commitment to supporting Haitian-led efforts towards credible, inclusive, and peaceful elections, respecting the country’s sovereignty and leadership. “We discussed the importance of speeding up the preparation of the electoral register and strengthening civic information campaigns so that as many Haitians as possible can exercise their right to participate. The OAS is ready to provide technical cooperation throughout the electoral process and, when the time comes, election observation,” announced Albert Ramdin.The P4000 program and support for the HNP mentioned
On the security side, the delegation acknowledged the ongoing efforts to strengthen national institutions, particularly the Haitian National Police (HNP). These efforts include the P4000 program, supported by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. “The OAS contributes through complementary initiatives, including advanced operational bases, strengthening the HNP’s capabilities, and cooperating with the judicial police to enhance the tracking of illicit financial flows. Lasting stability will require continued international support, strengthened Haitian capacities, and effective coordination,” said the OAS Secretary General after the meeting.The development section
The discussions also highlighted that Haiti’s democratic recovery must be accompanied by hope and opportunities for the population, according to Albert Ramdin. “Our conversations also emphasized that Haiti’s democratic recovery must bring hope and opportunities to its people. The participation of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), and the World Bank allowed us to explore initiatives supporting Haiti’s longer-term development. Education, health, job creation, and economic opportunities cannot wait. These are priorities right now,” revealed the Secretary-General.
“We also discussed strengthening coordination between international partners, development banks, the private sector, and regional organizations to better The goal that brings these efforts together is clear: to help create the security, institutional and social conditions that will allow Haitians to choose their representatives through credible elections and move towards a more democratic, stable and prosperous future. The Inter-American community stands in solidarity with the Haitian people and remains committed to accompanying Haiti on this path,” said Mr. Ramdin su X.
