Haiti mission: Mudavadi calls for extension amid security gains

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for the extension of Haiti the Mission for another year.

This, he said, will enable the full deployment necessary to accomplish its mandate.

During the Ministerial Meeting on Building on Progress to Restore Security in Haiti, Mudavadi highlighted the commendable efforts of the 410 dedicated officers of the MSS Mission.

"Their actions have exemplified that this is indeed a Mission Possible, conducted with the highest standards of transparency and integrity," he said.

"In its first 100 days, the Mission, in collaboration with the Haiti National Police (HNP), has made significant strides in securing critical infrastructure, including the international airport, the national hospital, and the main seaport in Port-au-Prince."

According to Mudavadi, these efforts have been instrumental in enhancing public safety and stability.

The Prime CS said joint patrols with the Haitian National Police in key areas of Port-au-Prince, including downtown, have bolstered the protection of civilians.

"The Mission has also played a crucial role in clearing roadblocks and opening access routes, thereby facilitating a smoother flow of humanitarian aid to those in need," he said.

Mudavadi emphasised that with only 410 officers currently deployed out of the planned 2,500, there is a limit to what can be achieved.

"I call on the Security Council to consider extending the Mission for another year, enabling the full deployment necessary to accomplish its mandate," he said.

"I urge the Council to explore innovative approaches for the United Nations to provide the essential resources required to sustain and build upon the progress made by the MSS."