Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Pakistan
Delegate Name: Hannah Elbaz
The ongoing conflict in Haiti requires immediate attention and relief. What we, as delegates, see happening to innocent civilians must be stopped. Gang violence is at an all-time high; there are ruthless blockades on necessities, and vicious attacks on public buildings, which are meant to be safe and secure places for civilians to take refuge. According to Project Hope, “Violence reached a record high in the first half of 2024, with at least 3,661 people killed between January and June. Children continue to be impacted by the violence…with an estimated 1 million children currently out of school.” These numbers are not the result of inaction alone, but the result of delayed missions, underfunded mandates, and half-measures laid out lazily as solutions. While the Kenya-led mission, “Multinational security support,” is in effect, it has been repeatedly delayed due to insufficient funds, which are not enough for Haiti or its people.
Pakistan, a country that has faced its own difficulties with military coups, political instability, and climate disasters, understands how fragile a country is in that state. This history demonstrates that security imposed without political legitimacy will only worsen the damage. What we’re seeing is not only concerning but angering, fueled by the lack of self-determination, the lack of consensus, and the lack of action. A plethora of work is needed urgently to stop the Haitian people’s hunger, to stop the people’s suffering, and to stop displacement. Stability can be achieved through economic measures such as enhancing workforce skills, targeted vocational training tied to infrastructure, implementing green finance overseen by Haitian institutions, and promoting global trade, coupled with diplomatic efforts and the promotion of free elections. “Haiti’s gangs have gained ‘near-total control’ of the capital and authorities are unable to stop escalating violence across the impoverished Caribbean nation, senior U.N. officials warned Wednesday.
An estimated 90% of the capital.” The issue with organized crime is directly proportional to economic and political instability; we will certainly see a decrease in organized crime. A resolution for Haiti should support self-determination because it respects the Haitian people’s inherent right to govern themselves, ensuring solutions are locally owned, legitimate, and sustainable rather than imposed externally, which historically has often failed and deepened instability.
Pakistan is not willing to support vague resolutions and efforts that will permanently affect Haiti’s political and economic landscape. Pakistan has supported international sanctions targeting gang leaders and their financierswhile contributing humanitarian assistance to civilians. Pakistan, an avid supporter of strengthening Haiti’s political and economic stability, believes in a resolution that gives Haiti the same chance as the rest of us. We support efforts in gang violence suppression as well as an Arms Embargo that demands stricter implementation of the arms embargo, targeting states with unimpeded weapons flow, and sanctions against gang leaders and financiers. along with any measures and efforts to provide aid, stable foundations, and diplomatic tactics.
Above all, Pakistan supports and stands with the people of Haiti. We ask all delegates here to imagine these people as your own and to fight for them in the same regard. Pakistan will support resolutions with adequate consensus, socio-economic reform, and self-determination for the Haitian people, with humanitarian aid thoroughly distributed throughout the country. There’s a saying from Cynthia McKinney, “We are way more powerful when we turn to each other and not on each other, when we celebrate our diversity… and together tear down the mighty walls of injustice.” I believe this quote shows why it is important to be here, to be a part of something bigger than this room. Colleagues, be a part of something bigger. Thank you.
