Haiti News Highlights for November 11, 2026
Marco Rubio issues a warning: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed concern regarding potential accidental clashes between members of the Haitian Gendarmerie Security Forces (GSF) and Salvadoran soldiers. He highlighted the risk of “friendly fire,” urging both forces to work closely together to avoid any tragic incidents.
Mineau Jolimeau awarded scholarship in Maritime Law: A Memorandum of Understanding has been established between the Maritime and Navigation Service of Haiti (SEMANAH) and Mineau Jolimeau. He has received a scholarship to study maritime law at the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) in Malta, funded by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) through the Nippon Foundation.
Kayden Pierre joins the Grenadiers: The Haitian Football Federation (FHF) announced the addition of right-back Kayden Leighton Hugh Pierre to the national team. Pierre, who currently plays for Jong Genk in Belgium, has previously played for Sporting Kansas City in the United States. His first call-up to the Grenadiers marks an important milestone in his career, allowing him to represent his country on the international stage.
Haiti at the 19th Inter-American Meeting of Electoral Authorities: Peterson Pierre-Louis, President of Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP), is representing Haiti at the 19th Inter-American Meeting of Electoral Authorities (RAE) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from November 11 to 13, 2026. This meeting is organized jointly by the Central Electoral Board of the Dominican Republic and the Organization of American States (OAS) to discuss crucial electoral governance issues.
Training for 60 displaced youths: The Ministry of the Environment (MdE), in collaboration with the UN Development Programme (UNDP), provided practical training for approximately 60 young people from displacement camps in Port-au-Prince. The Intensive Certification Training Program (PFCI) included two days of hands-on sessions in air conditioning and refrigeration, aimed at enhancing their skills for better job market integration.
Foreign Minister Forbin meets with UNESCO Director-General: During her official visit to France, Foreign Minister Raina Forbin met with UNESCO’s Director-General Khaled El-Enany. Their discussion focused on improving science and technology education, enhancing resilience in educational institutions, and preventing youth recruitment into armed groups. The conversation included specific plans for the Matheux National Historic Park, which is being prepared for formal nomination to UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
