2026-02-09

1,200 recruits in 36th class represents largest single cohort in recent PNH history with 239 women comprising 19.9 percent. P4000+ program targets 4,000 new officers by early 2027 representing 40 percent force expansion if fully implemented. Training supported by US INL Canada and BINUH indicating sustained international commitment to PNH capacity building. Expansion coincides with intensifier operational posture against gangs following January drone strikes on Barbecue properties. Infrastructure improvements at Airport crossroads and Nippes signal institutional development beyond personnel expansion. Success depends on training quality institutional absorption and ability to prevent corruption infiltration of new recruits.