Explanation of Vote by Permanent Representative of Slovenia to the United Nations Samuel Žbogar at the UNSC meeting on the question concerning Haiti

Thank you, Mr. President.

Slovenia voted in favor of the resolution to support the restoration of peace, security, and stability in Haiti.

We view this resolution as the international community’s response to the appeal of the Government of Haiti and of the entire region.

Amid unprecedented levels of gang violence and brutality, the situation in Haiti remains gravely concerning.

Killings, sexual and gender-based violence, hunger, and displacement are but a few facets of the perfect storm of suffering, which hits the most vulnerable – children, women, and older persons – the hardest.

Mr. President,

We commend the Republic of Kenya for selflessly taking the lead in the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission.

Amid challenging circumstances and with sacrifice, we recognize the vital role of the MSS mission in preventing armed gangs from gaining full control of the capital.

We consider it crucial that the MSS mission’s transformation into a new, larger force with a stronger mandate continues to uphold the same level of human rights protection. The new mission should also conduct its operations with full respect for Haitian sovereignty and territorial integrity.

We find it equally important that the Support Office forms an integral part of a unified UN action in Haiti, including support for the political process. We look to the Secretary-General, through his Special Representative, to ensure coordination among all actors toward that end.

Colleagues,

The adoption of today’s resolution is not an end in itself, but an important milestone on which we must continue to build moving forward.

The Council’s efforts to improve the humanitarian, human rights, political, and security situation in Haiti must continue, making full use of all available tools.

In this process, while ensuring that past mistakes are not repeated, we reaffirm our unwavering solidarity with the people of Haiti, whose best interests will continue to guide the Council’s future work.

Thank you.

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