Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Denmark
Delegate Name: Amyah Kantz
Haiti continues to face significant challenges of crime, natural disasters, and instability, leading to detrimental impact on its people. The conflict, however, dates back to French control in the 18th century. Haiti finally gained independence in 1804, but debilitating debt substantially hindered Haiti’s ability to grow the nation. The debt was paid in 1947, yet Haiti faced political challenges and armed struggle leading into the present day. Foreign occupation and international involvement over the years intended to address the crisis, though most of it caused long-term instability. In 2010, Haiti faced a 7.0 magnitude earthquake near Port-au-Prince, and in 2021, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit southern Haiti. Additionally, since 2000, it is recorded that Haiti has faced at least 11 major hurricanes and numerous other natural disasters. Currently, torrential rain and extreme weather events are only accelerating the need for support and intervention.
The United Nations has already issued a statement that the humanitarian conditions are ever more dire to address, with food insecurity affecting 5.7 million people; displacement doubling to 1.4 million in one year; an under-resourced public health crisis; and the closure of 1,600 schools due to violence, with 1.5 million lacking access to education. It claims that the UN 2026 Humanitarian Response Plan seeks $880 million to assist 4.2 million vulnerable people, covering emergency food, shelter, protection, health, and education services. António Guterres, UN Secretary-General, even said in August that, “Haiti remains shamefully overlooked and woefully underfunded,” describing the crisis as a responsibility of the Security Council to address. In recent years, UN intervention has proven unsuccessful. However, the delegation of Denmark reaffirms its utmost confidence in the United Nations Security Council to resolve the situation in Haiti.
Denmark largely advocates for peaceful, Haitian-led redevelopment. There are significant concerns regarding the Council’s ability to handle this crisis, but Denmark knows that success can be seen through international cooperation and swift action. On 21 January 2026, Denmark released its statement on tackling the issues in Haiti. Firstly, Denmark openly welcomes the development of the Gang Suppression Force, or Resolution 2793, as well as the need to significantly strengthen the capabilities of the Haitian National Police. Human rights violations and corruption are the root cause of such instability, so this Council must uphold the rule of law. Secondly, Denmark believes that the UN needs to take a larger role in implementing Disarmament, Dismantlement, and Reintegration (DDR) initiatives. Furthermore, addressing the humanitarian crisis through Haiti’s Humanitarian Response Plan and the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) can mark new changes for the region. Lastly, Denmark believes that elections and an inclusive democratic process will provide Haiti with the foundation it needs to build a safe and established nation. It is imperative that the UNSC preserves international law and accountability. Frisk covet er halvt vundet
Bibliography
Denmark, Statement. “21.01.2026 Statement by Denmark at the UNSC Briefing on Haiti.” DK4UNSC, 2026. https://dkonunsc.dk/statements/21-01-2026-statement-by-denmark-at-the-unsc-briefing-on-haiti.
The United Nations Office at Geneva. “UN Security Council Approves New ‘Suppression Force’ for Haiti amid Spiralling Gang Violence | the United Nations Office at Geneva,” September 30, 2025. https://www.ungeneva.org/en/news-media/news/2025/09/111253/un-security-council-approves-new-suppression-force-haiti-amid.
UN News. “Haiti Explained: Why the Crisis Is Deepening — and What Comes Next,” January 21, 2026. https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/01/1166801.
UN News. “Keeping ‘Hope Alive for Younger Generations’ in Haiti as Funding Falters,” February 6, 2026. https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/02/1166906.
