Haiti–Boston Business & Jobs: Haiti’s Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé met Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, with Haiti’s commerce and foreign affairs leaders, to discuss security, credible elections, and how the diaspora can drive economic and social development—highlighting renewed HOPE business programs and extending HELP job-support initiatives. Haiti Budget & Recovery: The government adopted the 2025–2026 amended budget (360.3 billion gourdes, +4.3%), targeting public security, elections, food security, social services, economic recovery, infrastructure rehabilitation, and agricultural revitalization. Food & Fuel Pressure: A global food-security warning links the Iran war to higher food and fuel costs and disrupted trade, with WFP estimating tens of millions at risk of severe hunger—an external shock Haiti’s import-dependent economy can’t ignore. World Cup Trade/Industry Angle: FIFA forced Haiti to alter its World Cup jersey design after objections to “political imagery,” a reminder that sports branding can spill into national messaging and costs. Energy Demand Signal: Haiti’s neighbor story: Scotland’s World Cup win triggered a measurable power-demand surge during early-morning viewing—useful context for how match-driven consumption can strain grids and services.