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Linda Thomas-Greenfield (USA) and José de la Gasca (Ecuador) on Haiti
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield's remarks:
"Good afternoon. I just have a brief statement. And my colleague will follow with a brief statement. Throughout my time as United States Ambassador to the United Nations, I have made it a priority to uplift the crises beneath the fold. To shed light on the people facing violence and human rights abuses, food insecurity and gender-based violence – even, especially, while the rest of the world is focusing elsewhere. And so, I want to take a moment to talk about Haiti. For far too long, the Haitian people have lived in crisis. Across the country, gangs have carried out unthinkable atrocities: killings, mass rapes, kidnappings, forced recruitment, exploitation, and trafficking of children. Nearly five million people are grappling with severe food insecurity. Food, water, medicine, and other essentials are in short supply. People are living in need, and in fear. And they deserve better. Today, the United Nations Security Council re-authorized BINUH’s mandate in Haiti, which plays a key role in supporting a democratic transition, and the Multinational Security Support mission in Haiti. The United States was proud to work closely with our co-penholder Ecuador to achieve a consensus text. We are also proud to provide over $300 million to the MSS in Haiti, which will work alongside the Haitian National Police to improve security conditions. And I am grateful to have had the opportunity to sit down with Prime Minister Conille to discuss the ongoing support the United States will offer the people of Haiti. There is reason to be hopeful about the future of the MSS, and Haiti’s political outlook more broadly. But so much more needs to be done. To ensure accountability for atrocities, including through sanctions. To stem the flow of arms, and enforce the arms embargo. To create durable political solutions, ones that encourage wider participation and engagement, including from women and young people. And, of course, to invest in Haiti’s development so that this crisis won’t be a cyclical one. The United States is committed to leading on these fronts, and delivering for the Haitian people. And we call on all international partners to do more and give more, including by providing the MSS mission with funding and in-kind contributions. I’m convinced a better future is possible for the people of Haiti. And know that I will continue to work towards that future – one of peace, freedom, and prosperity – here in the Security Council and beyond. Thank you. And now, I give the floor to my colleague."
Ambassador Jose de la Gasca's remarks
"Thank you. Good afternoon, thank you Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield. I do believe, and we do believe, that a better future for Haiti is possible. And as mentioned today by Ambassador Linda Thomas Greenfield, the unanimous adoption of the resolution plays a crucial role in supporting Haiti’s democratic transition and restoring security in the country. It is important to highlight the role of the region has played in overcoming Haiti’s crisis by showing constant and steadfast support not only in the renewal of the BINUH’s mandate, but also in the deployment of the MSS. This underscores the importance of the regional solidarity – and I underpin this word, solidarity, and collective effort in addressing and overcoming the challenges Haiti faces. The situation in Haiti, for which we share a responsibility as co-penholders, is of particular importance to my country, Ecuador. Thank you very much."
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