Finland pledges over $2M in humanitarian aid to Haiti, PM Fils-Aimé says

PORT-AU-PRINCE — Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé announced Thursday that Finland will provide more than $2 million to support Haiti’s humanitarian response. The announcement came as Fils-Aimé returned from the 50th Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of State and Government Conference.

Speaking at a press briefing at Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince after the summit in Saint Kitts and Nevis, the prime minister said the funding would strengthen assistance to vulnerable communities, particularly those affected by insecurity and forced displacement.

In a statement posted on the Prime Minister’s Office Facebook page, officials said Fils-Aimé’s participation in the regional summit aimed to mobilize international support for Haiti’s stabilization. Discussions focused on security cooperation, regional coordination and institutional recovery, including preparations for elections.

“The Head of Government reiterated his determination to work with all national and international partners to ensure security, restore confidence and firmly set the country on the path toward sustainable and inclusive development,” the Prime Minister’s Office said.

The prime minister did not specify how the Finnish funds will be managed. It remains unclear whether the money will be administered directly by the Haitian government or channeled through international organizations. No allocation or oversight mechanisms were detailed.

The pledge comes as Haiti faces deepening humanitarian needs. At the start of 2026, more than 1.4 million people are internally displaced, while 5.7 million are experiencing food insecurity, according to recent humanitarian estimates.

Security and elections dominate summit talks

On the sidelines of the summit, Fils-Aimé met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss strengthening Haiti’s security forces and coordinating international assistance. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, he thanked the United States and other partners for supporting the creation of a United Nations-backed Gang Suppression Force (GSF) to replace the effective Kenya-led mission (MSS).

Rubio said the force is in the process of being deployed and that pledged contributions have exceeded initial targets. The GSF is expected to conduct field operations in support of Haitian authorities seeking to retake areas controlled by armed gangs.

Fils-Aimé said restoring public order is a prerequisite for holding credible general elections and rebuilding democratic institutions.

He also met with Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness, CARICOM Secretary-General Carla Barnett and former St. Lucia Prime Minister Kenny Anthony. Discussions centered on security, illicit trafficking and election preparations. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, regional leaders expressed support for Haiti’s efforts to restore stability and organize free and transparent elections.

The prime minister highlighted the signing of a National Pact for Stability and the Organization of Elections, which he said brought together more than 200 political parties and civil society organizations. He described the pact as a signal of commitment to a Haitian-led solution to the crisis.

Beyond Finland’s pledge, Fils-Aimé said discussions were held with representatives of the United Arab Emirates on potential partnerships in security, investment and financial oversight. He also cited talks with Austrian officials about scholarship opportunities for Haitian university students.

Back in Haiti, the prime minister reiterated his call for national unity and reiterated that security remains the government’s top priority as it seeks to restore stability and move toward sustainable development.

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