Security & Diplomacy: U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met Haiti’s PM Alix Didier Fils-Aimé and police officials after talks in the Dominican Republic, framing the push as security plus economic stability for both countries. Gang Pressure on Services: Armed men led by “Krisla” seized EDH Power Plant #2 in Carrefour, demanding 8 hours of electricity daily—an attack that worsens Port-au-Prince’s already fragile power supply. Industrial Survival Plan: In Tabarre, the Ministry of Public Works convened defense and trade officials with major firms (including Barbancourt and E-Power) to discuss road damage and security risks, with a task force proposed to protect production areas and jobs. Central Bank & Payments: BRH Governor Ronald Gabriel addressed CARICOM central bank governors in Belize, stressing resilience amid inflation and energy shocks and highlighting work on payment and settlement modernization. Social Protection: Haiti launched the first government-funded shelters for women and girls fleeing gender-based violence, with facilities planned across West, Grand’Anse, Central, and Artibonite. Humanitarian & Displacement: UN-linked reporting in “Zapping Haiti” says tens of thousands have fled gang violence in Port-au-Prince areas, with WFP emergency food support and disrupted school meal programs. Transport & Health Logistics: Sunrise Airways signed an agreement with Haiti’s health ministry to speed transport of biological specimens and blood bags nationwide. Aviation & Commerce: ZED Airlines was officially inaugurated, with officials citing aviation’s role in tourism, investment, and regional integration.