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Haitian soldiers depart for military training in Martinique

A contingent of Haitian soldiers departed for Martinique for military training with French forces, focusing on combat rescue, weapons handling, and urban combat. The program, led by France, aims to strengthen Haiti’s defense skills and military cooperation.
Haitian soldiers boarding the military plane for their departure to training in Martinique.

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A group of soldiers from the Haitian Armed Forces (FADH) departed for Martinique on Sunday as part of a French-led military training program aimed at strengthening defense skills and cooperation between Haiti and France. The initiative, announced by the French Embassy in Haiti, marks a renewed effort to enhance the operational readiness of Haitian troops through specialized training with the French Armed Forces.

The training, set to take place in Fort-de-France, includes modules on combat rescue, weapons handling, and urban combat. This collaboration seeks to bolster the skills of Haitian soldiers in areas critical to modern security challenges. Further training sessions are planned in the coming weeks, expanding on this initial phase to cover additional tactical skills.

Haitian soldiers and other officials before boarding the military plane for their departure to training in Martinique.

While the exact number of soldiers participating remains undisclosed, the program underscores a broader commitment between Haiti and France to reinforce military ties and capacity-building efforts. The French Embassy’s announcement on social media emphasized that this cooperation aligns with ongoing efforts to support stability and security within the region.

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The program follows a series of collaborations between Haiti and France aimed at fortifying Haiti’s defense capabilities. With both nations seeking to address regional security challenges, this partnership highlights France’s role in assisting Haiti’s military modernization.

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