2026-02-16

Government operational resumption February 19. First full working day after Carnival holiday closure. Watch for new PM Fils-Aime decrees, announcements, or municipal appointments indicating continued governance consolidation. Kenscoff security status. Viv Ansanm's February 12 attack on one of the capital's last safe areas could trigger displacement if probing attacks continue. Monitor for additional incidents or IDP movement from Kenscoff area. Port security compliance. USCG 90-day compliance ultimatum on port security standards remains active. Terminal Varreux container port standoff awaiting government customs authorization since 2020. Any resolution would signal improved trade infrastructure.