The security situation in Haiti remains a key concern for the United Kingdom. The impacts are devastating, especially for the most vulnerable.

OCHA data shows a rape occurs every two hours in Haiti. Of the victims, 15% are underage girls and 75% are those forced from their homes due to conflict. This is the brutal reality.

We pay tribute to Kenya for its continued leadership of the Multinational Security Support mission. The Council delivered increased security support to Haiti earlier this month and we thank the US and Panama for their leadership.

As a result, the MSS will be converted into a larger and better equipped Gang Suppression Force backed by a UN Support Office.

It is now time for the Transitional Presidential Council to step up and match the international community’s effort

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