AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTrade & Industry: ADIH says the U.S. HOPE/HELP Act has been extended duty-free for eligible Haitian apparel exports until Dec. 31, 2028—an effort meant to protect jobs and Haiti’s place in regional supply chains. Agriculture & Food Security: Haiti’s agriculture is under severe strain, with declining domestic production and heavy reliance on imports blamed on insecurity, climate stress, weak investment, and poor infrastructure. Rural Infrastructure: In Nippes, the Ministry of Agriculture (PARSA) is rehabilitating the Arnaud rural road to improve access to markets and cut post-harvest losses, including wheel tracks, drainage, and a ford crossing. Blue Economy: Haiti’s Inclusive Blue Economy project (2026–2027) was approved in Cap-Haitien with IFAD support to better manage marine/coastal resources and improve livelihoods. Public Health (Regional Watch): Dominican authorities report no anthrax cases but have boosted surveillance after Haiti investigated 13 suspected cutaneous anthrax cases in Grand’Anse. Security & Border Context: Coverage highlights the Dominican Republic’s expanding border-control and military industry push, including fence and surveillance upgrades along the Haiti border. Education: The government announced school-year support for 130,000 parents and 30,000 vulnerable families, plus school rehabilitation and safety measures.
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