{"id":344244,"date":"2025-07-03T10:30:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T14:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=344244"},"modified":"2025-07-03T11:18:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T15:18:21","slug":"eu-funded-cdb-crosq-project-launches-in-haiti-to-establish-quality-safeguards-in-country","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/eu-funded-cdb-crosq-project-launches-in-haiti-to-establish-quality-safeguards-in-country\/","title":{"rendered":"EU-funded, CDB &#038; CROSQ project launches in Haiti,  to establish quality safeguards in country"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_344248\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-344248\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-344248 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/unnamed-6-642x361.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/unnamed-6-642x361.jpg 642w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/unnamed-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/unnamed-6-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/unnamed-6-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/unnamed-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-344248\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Caribbean Development Bank<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Caribbean Development Bank, in collaboration with the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality and the Bureau Ha\u00eftien de Normalisation, officially inaugurated the &#8220;Capacity Building for Strengthening Quality Infrastructure in Haiti&#8221; initiative during a virtual ceremony on June 30, 2025.<\/p>\n<p>In his opening remarks, Mr. Ezra Ledger, Chair of CROSQ, underscored the significance of this project in advancing regional quality infrastructure, according to a CDB media release. The Bank defines this initiative as a year-long technical assistance program aimed at bolstering the institutional and technical capabilities of BHN, Haiti\u2019s national standards authority. Its primary goal is reportedly to reinforce Haiti\u2019s National Quality Infrastructure, enhance service delivery, and foster competitiveness among the private sector\u2014especially Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises.<\/p>\n<p>During the launch event, Dr. Sharonmae Smith-Walker, CEO of CROSQ, referenced the Haitian proverb, \u201cMen anpil, chay pa lou,\u201d meaning \u201cmany hands make the load lighter.\u201d She stated, \u201cThis project is a reflection of that principle, as several hands have joined together today\u2014the EU, CDB, BHN, and other development partners\u2014focusing on building capacity critical to establishing a resilient national quality infrastructure in Haiti.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Funded by the European Union, the project benefits from support through the Economic Partnership Agreement and the Caribbean Single Market and Economy Standby Facility for Capacity Building, managed by CDB. The initiative is overseen by CROSQ, with BHN serving as the national implementing body. The total budget allocated for this effort is EUR 342,136, as reported by the CDB.<\/p>\n<p>Ms. Lisa Harding, Division Chief of Private Sector at CDB, highlighted how the project aligns with the bank\u2019s new strategic vision. She noted, \u201cThis initiative exemplifies our bold direction\u2014by strengthening Haiti\u2019s national quality infrastructure, we empower MSMEs, improve consumer protection, and drive sustainable, inclusive economic growth. It serves as a catalyst for progress throughout the region.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Representing the European Union, Ms. Gisela Garc\u00eda Perez, Programme Officer for Infrastructure and Urban Development, emphasized the broader strategic importance of the project. She explained, \u201cThis is more than just an institutional upgrade; it is a strategic intervention supporting economic transformation, trade facilitation, and regulatory strengthening.<\/p>\n<p>She also explained that the plans align with the European Union&#8217;s\u00a0 EPA and CSME priorities, as well as the Global Gateway objectives to build resilient institutions and an effective global network of MSMEs.<\/p>\n<p>Haiti\u2019s Minister of Commerce and Industry, the Honourable James Monazard, along with BHN\u2019s Director, reportedly reaffirmed Haiti\u2019s resilience and unwavering commitment to enhancing national capacity. According to the CDB reports, they stressed the importance of this initiative in improving local quality infrastructure and empowering Haitian producers and exporters to meet international standards.<\/p>\n<p>This partnership represents an important step toward integrating Haiti more fully into regional and international markets, says the CDB. The successful implementation of the project is expected to foster sustainable economic development, safeguard consumers, and stimulate innovation across Haiti and the wider Caribbean region.<\/p>\n<p>The Standby Facility, managed by CDB, comprises \u20ac8.75 million allocated to support 15 Caribbean economies. 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