AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoU.S.-Haiti Diplomacy: President Donald Trump nominated Austin Holmes, a Florida businessman with Haiti humanitarian and security experience, as the next U.S. ambassador to Haiti, sending the nomination to the Senate for confirmation. Haiti Security & Economy: A new firsthand report says gangs control up to 90% of Port-au-Prince, describing a “hollowed out” capital and kidnappings even of senior Haitian police figures—conditions that keep investment and everyday commerce under pressure. Elections & Governance: The OAS urged Haiti to bar candidates with ties to criminal organizations as the Provisional Electoral Council begins receiving filings for the Dec. 13 presidential, legislative and local elections. Border Trade: The Dominican Republic moved to develop dry ports along the Haiti border, aiming to modernize logistics and customs—while Haiti’s recent restrictions have already triggered warnings from Dominican lawmakers about damage to binational trade. Immigration Fallout for Haitian Families: U.S. media coverage highlights the TPS emergency for Haitians after protections ended July 27, with a special “Haiti On The Line” broadcast set for Sept. 17 to discuss impacts on people and businesses.
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