Rubio Meets Haitian PM, Discusses Stability
Summary
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Haitian Prime Minister Alix Fils-Aimé on April 21, 2026, to reaffirm U.S. support for Haiti's stability and security. The Secretary discussed progress on the Gang Suppression Force deployment and stressed the importance of security improvements to enable elections. He also reaffirmed support for a multi-year re-authorization of HOPE/HELP programs to support stabilization efforts.
“Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Haitian Prime Minister Alix Fils-Aimé to reaffirm U.S. support for Haiti's stability and security.”
What changed
The State Department released a readout of Secretary Rubio's meeting with Haitian Prime Minister Fils-Aimé, covering bilateral diplomatic engagement on Haiti's security situation. The readout documents U.S. support for the Gang Suppression Force, commends the Prime Minister's leadership, and reaffirms support for HOPE/HELP program re-authorization.
This readout does not create compliance obligations or regulatory requirements for any private-sector entities. It serves as a diplomatic communication documenting high-level bilateral engagement on Haiti. Companies operating in or near Haiti or in sectors relevant to HOPE/HELP programs may wish to monitor for subsequent policy developments.
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Home Office of the Spokesperson Press Releases Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Haitian Prime Minister Fils-Aimé
Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Haitian Prime Minister Fils-Aimé
Readout
April 21, 2026
The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with Haitian Prime Minister Alix Fils-Aimé to reaffirm U.S. support for Haiti’s stability and security. The Secretary welcomed progress on the deployment of the Gang Suppression Force and reaffirmed the need for timely execution of its mandate. Secretary Rubio commended the Prime Minister’s leadership as security forces expand their presence and coordination. The Secretary stressed the importance of security improvements to enable the country’s path to elections. Secretary Rubio reaffirmed the Administration’s support for a multi-year re-authorization of HOPE/HELP to support stabilization efforts.
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Bilateral Relations and Engagement Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Haiti Office of the Spokesperson The Secretary of State
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