Haiti Seeks Increased Concessional Financing at IMF-World Bank Meetings
The Haitian delegation, led by Minister of Economy and Finance Serge Gabriel Collin, is actively engaging with international partners during the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group in Bangkok, Thailand, from October 12 to 18, 2026. The discussions are centered on mobilizing resources to address Haiti’s urgent needs and support its economic recovery.
Minister Collin stressed the importance of maintaining the current concessional conditions that Haiti receives, particularly in terms of grant financing. He pointed out that these funds are essential for the nation, which is grappling with a complex security, humanitarian, and economic crisis. Collin warned that any tightening of these conditions could jeopardize the country’s stabilization and recovery efforts.
At the Small States Forum, which included various ministers and central bank governors, discussions focused on strategies to mobilize private capital and create jobs in small economies. The Haitian officials advocated for quicker and more predictable access to concessional resources and urged that vulnerability be factored into allocation criteria.
During the Caribbean Caucus Forum, Collin called for a unified stance among regional countries when addressing international financial institutions. He highlighted the need for financing mechanisms that understand the realities of vulnerable economies, particularly in relation to their susceptibility to climate, economic, and social shocks.
The Haitian delegation reaffirmed its commitment to its Climate Prosperity Plan during talks with the Working Group of Central Bank Governors of the 20 Most Climate-Vulnerable Countries. They emphasized the necessity of securing resources to implement this plan, especially for climate change adaptation and enhancing the country’s resilience.
Additionally, at a ministerial breakfast focused on the Cooperation Framework between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Bank, Haiti was recognized as one of five pilot countries for this partnership. This initiative aims to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises, fostering job creation in Haiti.
Collin concluded that aligning concessional financing, climate resources, and private investments is vital for confronting the challenges Haiti faces. He reiterated the need to ensure that external support aligns with the Haitian government’s priorities and enhances national capacities to translate partnerships into tangible investments and improved public services.
