In a statement, Jack Christofides, the designated Special Representative of the Force for the Gang Supression Force in Haiti (GSF), who will officially assume his duties in February 2026, announced that the first contingents of this force will arrive in Haiti in April. The FRG deployment is expected to be completed by October 2026.

According to Christofides, funding for the mission has been approved for a period of one year.

The Presidency of the Dominican Republic indicated that Christofides met with Roberto Álvarez, the Dominican Minister of Foreign Affairs, as part of international efforts to support Haitian authorities in stabilizing the country.

Christofides expressed his gratitude for the Dominican Republic's willingness to cooperate and announced his intention to make an official visit to Santo Domingo to meet with Dominican authorities as soon as he officially assumes his duties in Haiti.

Meanwhile, Roberto Álvarez met with Carlos Ruiz Massieu, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH). They emphasized the importance of renewing BINUH's mandate, which expires on January 31, 2026, and discussed key points for a more effective response to the current situation in Haiti.

Minister Álvarez reaffirmed his country's commitment to continue collaborating on medical evacuations of GSF members and providing logistical support from Dominican territory.

S/ HaitiLibre