On Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Haitian National Police (PNH) hosted a working meeting at its headquarters with a joint delegation from the European Union (EU) and the Organization of American States (OAS).

This meeting was dedicated to the official presentation of the Forward Operational Base (FOB) project, a major initiative to strengthen the operational capabilities of law enforcement in the West Department.

Fully funded by the EU with an estimated budget of €10 million, this ambitious program includes the rehabilitation and construction of five forward operating bases, along with several forward operating combat posts.

The PNH, as the lead agency on the ground, will be responsible for identifying the strategic locations for these infrastructures, based on security requirements and recaptured territories. Work will begin this March and is expected to last 18 months.

Note that this project takes a decidedly integrated approach. This is not just about building infrastructure, but about creating hubs of operational efficiency. These bases will house officers of the Haitian National Police (PNH) and members of the Gang Repression Force (FRG). They will be equipped with a complete logistics chain, including supplies, mobile maintenance, centralized kitchens, and crucial medical and operational support with trauma centers for the immediate treatment of the wounded in the field.

This project will allow for a more decentralized and responsive deployment of the units involved, guaranteeing a continuous and deterrent state presence throughout the metropolitan area. Consolidating territories recently liberated from gang control is the priority objective of this strategic partnership.

HL/ HaitiLibre