Energy & Infrastructure: Haiti’s Caracol solar power plant (IDB-funded, $57m) is on track to be operational in October, with 13.4 MW via two substations and battery storage to stabilize supply. Agriculture & Fisheries: The MARNDR/IDB-backed PAPAIR program delivered 14 fiberglass boats, 40 outboard motors, solar freezers, repair kits, fishing gear and life jackets to fishermen’s groups across Grand’Anse and the South. Security & Governance: The UN Security Council renewed Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force mandate for six months to March 31, 2027, while Haiti’s Prime Minister urged full deployment of the force and warned that gangs still control much of Port-au-Prince. Macroeconomy: The IMF called Haiti’s situation “exceptionally difficult,” citing insecurity, humanitarian strain, oil-price pressure, and the risk of lower remittances after TPS ends. Economic Planning: Haiti’s MPCE advanced the 2026–2030 National Program for Stabilization and Recovery, targeting restored state presence, services, infrastructure, jobs, and inclusion. Business & Trade: Haitian conglomerate founder Gilbert Bigio (GB Group) died at 91; his empire spanned steel, energy, construction materials, consumer goods, telecoms, logistics and the Lafito port. Education & Skills: UEH opened registration for a Master’s in Public Policy Analysis (2026–2027) until Oct. 15.