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20/09/2025 12:39:33
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USD 3 Million fonation from Taiwan
On Friday, September 19, 2025, Cheng-Hao Hu, Ambassador of Taiwan (Republic of China) to Haiti, presented a USD 3 million donation to assist displaced Haitians at a ceremony organized by the Haitian Economic and Social Assistance Fund (FAES) for the “Kore Rèp” People’s Assistance Program. This financial support demonstrates the sincere friendship and continued solidarity that unites the Taiwanese and Haitian people.
USA : More than 23,000 weapons seized this year for Haiti
On Friday, September 19, 2025, the U.S. Embassy revealed on X that the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations Service had seized this year “more than 23,000 weapons [accessories and ammunition] and narcotics destined for Haiti,” stating, “The United States will continue to work with Haiti to end arms and narcotics trafficking. Haiti’s security is important to the United States.”
Economic Relations between France and HaitiUSD 3 Million Donation from Taiwan
On Friday, September 19, 2025, Cheng-Hao Hu, Ambassador of Taiwan (Republic of China) to Haiti, presented a USD 3 million donation to assist displaced Haitians at a ceremony organized by the Haitian Economic and Social Assistance Fund (FAES) for the “Kore Rèp” People’s Assistance Program. This financial support demonstrates the sincere friendship and continued solidarity that unites the Taiwanese and Haitian people.
USA: More than 23,000 weapons seized this year for Haiti
On Friday, September 19, 2025, the U.S. Embassy revealed on X that the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations Service had seized this year “more than 23,000 weapons [accessories and ammunition] and narcotics destined for Haiti,” stating, “The United States will continue to work with Haiti to end arms and narcotics trafficking. Haiti’s security is important to the United States.”
Economic Relations between France and Haiti
The Franco-Haitian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CFHCI) hosted Antoine Michon, the French Ambassador to Haiti, this week. This official visit provided an opportunity to discuss prospects for cooperation and strengthening economic relations between the two countries. The Board reaffirmed its commitment to working jointly with the Embassy to support innovation, investment, and sustainable development for the benefit of the Haitian business community.
Launch of the TOYP 2025 Competition
Junior Chamber International (JCI) Haiti launched the Ten Outstanding Young Persons (TOYP 2025) competition at the national level, which aims to recognize 10 young Haitians (aged 18 to 40) whose actions have a significant impact on society in various areas: entrepreneurship, education, culture, human rights, political engagement, the environment, scientific and technological innovation, personal development, sports, and public health. Applicants have until October 31, 2025, to submit their applications to toypjcihaiti@gmail.com. The 10 finalists will be honored at a national ceremony scheduled for December 28, 2025.
FIFA Ranking : Haiti up 3 ranks
The Grenadiers up three ranks in the latest FIFA World Rankings, published on September 17, 2025. Ranked 90th in the July update, the Haitian national team now occupies 87th place. Regionally, Haiti moved up one place to 8th among the Confederation of North, Central American, and Caribbean Associations (CONCACAF) teams and is ranked 2nd in the Caribbean region.
3 New Directors General
Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Villa d’Accueil, during the Council of Ministers, three new appointments of Directors General took place in the Public Administration: Elysée Cologène replaces Sterline Civil at the National Education Fund (FNE); Gerald Remplais replaces Julcène EDOUARD at the General Administration of Customs; and Evens Charles replaces Jocelin Villier at the National Port Authority (APN).
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