UNSC: A3+ Group “Deeply Concerned” About Deteriorating Security Conditions in Haiti
The A3+ group at the United Nations Security Council, chaired by Algeria, has expressed its “deep concern” regarding the deteriorating security situation in Haiti. The group emphasized the urgent need for sustainable solutions that would empower the Haitian population to restore peace in their country.
“The A3+ is deeply concerned about the deterioration of the security situation in Haiti as highlighted in the Secretary General’s report and echoed by today’s briefers. The reported human rights abuses being perpetuated are disturbing,” stated the group in a communiqué delivered by the representative of Guyana during a briefing on the situation in Haiti on Wednesday evening.
The statement continued, “We are particularly alarmed at the many cases of abuses against children including the more than 1000 percent increase in verified cases of rape and other forms of sexual violence committed against children in 2024 compared to 2023.”
“The children of Haiti are facing increasingly daunting challenges and we call on all Haitian stakeholders to take concrete actions to prevent all form of violence against children and to ensure their access to comprehensive response systems,” the A3+ group added.
Furthermore, the group commended the “unwavering commitment and efforts of UN agencies, and international and local NGOs in responding to the pressing humanitarian needs of the Haitian population, especially as the number of internally displaced people continues to rise and food insecurity remains a serious concern.”
In this context, they called on “the international community to enhance its support in response to humanitarian needs” in Haiti.
Moreover, the A3+ countries reiterated their commitment to the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSSM) in collaboration with the Haitian National Police to combat the violence plaguing the country and restore public order.
“While progress has been minimal, we believe it is crucial for this Council to remain steadfast in our support for the HNP and the MSS and continue to seek solutions that can enhance their collective actions,” the communiqué further emphasized.
The A3+ group also urged member states to “increase their financial contributions in personnel and equipment for the mission to enable it to achieve its operational objectives.”
