Situation in Haiti

Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Somalia
Delegate Name: Mamy Diop

The Federal Republic of Somalia recognizes that the situation in Haiti is not only a security issue, but a multifaceted crisis involving political instability and a severe humanitarian emergency. Since the assasination of President Jovenel Moïse in July of 2021, armed gangs have expanded their grasp over large parts of the capital, Port-au-Prince, and other regions, causing the government to largely lose the ability to maintain order and protect Haiti’s citizens. This has led to displacement, food insecurity for most of the population, and restricted humanitarian access. The instability in Haiti not only poses a risk to its population but also to regional security. The continued breakdown of state authority increases the risk of transnational crime and irregular migration in the Caribbean region.

In the past, the Security Council has addressed the instability in Haiti with peacekeeping missions, such as MINUSTAH and more recently the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission to assist the Haitian national police. While these missions have helped prevent total state collapse, progress has been limited due to funding constraints and the continued strength of armed groups, long lasting stabilization cannot be achieved through security operations alone. The Security Council efforts must be made toward judicial reform, anti corruption measures, and reinforce Haiti’s sovereignty with a clear, Haitian led, political road map towards credible elections.

Somalia believes restoring stability requires a balanced and Haitian-led approach. Assistance should primarily be focused on strengthening the national police, securing infrastructure, and protecting civilians.Any international presence should operate with clear benchmarks and accountability mechanisms to avoid long-term dependency. Above all The Security Council support must respect Haiti’s Sovereignty. In the long term peace depends on rebuilding trust in the Haitian state institutions, not only reducing gang violence.

Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: United Kingdom
Delegate Name: Reegan Cook

Country: United Kingdom
School: Grand Haven High School
Committee: United Nations Security Council
Topic: Situation in Haiti
The United Kingdom (UK) has consistently supported international efforts to address the security, humanitarian, and political crises in Haiti, primarily through resolutions focused on sanctions and peacekeeping. Emphasizing the need for a Haitian-led political solution and the restoration of democracy.
The UK advocates for alleviating food insecurity and access to education. Statistics show that as of early 2026, over 5.7 million residents of Haiti face high levels of acute food insecurity. Over 1,600 school closures in 2024–2025 resulted in restricted access to education for over 240,000 children. The main sources for these deficits are attributed to ongoing gang violence and political uncertainty, which is precisely why the UK is in support of the Gang Suppression Force, providing $6.7 million to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to ensure compliance with standards for the Multinational Security Support mission. The UK hopes the Gang Suppression Force can fulfill its duty of protecting civilians and ensure the conditions needed for a credible election.
The UK also recognizes the need for the continuation of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti’s (BINUH) vital work. The UK strongly urges the Haitian political actors to work together to tackle the main causes of corruption within their government, such as embezzlement, gang collusion, and drug trafficking. BINUH’s work includes its efforts to facilitate inclusive political dialogue, strengthen democratic institutions such as providing advisory services, technical assistance, and good offices to the Haitian government, with a primary focus on restoring stability, the rule of law, and holding free, fair, and inclusive elections, and promote respect for human rights, with an emphasis on marginalized groups, like women and children.
The UK also urges other countries to provide funding to tackle issues such as the ever-growing food and health crisis. The UK has consistently provided such aid, such as distributing food subsidies and supporting agricultural livelihoods through cash transfers and seeds. As for health and human services, the UK supports a focus on combating cholera through funding treatment centers and aid to support more clinical nurses and doctors. Services also include maternal health kits, hygiene supplies, and concerted support for gender-based violence survivors. The UK also financially supports NGOs that help build market infrastructure to restore local business capabilities, which in turn can help 60% of Haitians who live below the poverty line, and hopes to break the cycle of poverty.
The UK calls upon other countries of the council to increase funding for these organizations in an effort to restore peace and order to Haiti. This can be achieved by focusing on sustained, well-resourced, and lawful operations that support the Haitian National Police in restoring civility. The UK has emphasized the need for a “political-security” approach, where security improvements are directly linked to fostering a Haitian-led political transition.
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Young, Archie. “We Are Pleased That This Resolution Maintains the Mission’s Existing Resource on Protection of Women and Children, Who Are Particularly Vulnerable to the Extreme Levels of Violence in Haiti: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council.” GOV.UK, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, 29 Jan. 2026. https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-are-pleased-that-this-resolution-maintains-the-missions-existing-resource-on-protection-of-women-and-children-who-are-particularly-vulnerable-to. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: China
Delegate Name: Simon Beljak

For far too long, the people of the nation of Haiti have struggled at the hands of chaos and disorder, much to the international community’s dismay. It is the firm belief of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) that this body has a chance to rid Haiti of the crises that now plague its streets and ravage its farms. The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has an obligation to protect and defend the interests of the developing world, but must tread lightly, for it runs the risk of infringing upon the most treasured right to rule oneself: sovereignty. Therefore, China looks for economic solutions and not political entanglements to help address the instability within the nation while simultaneously supporting the independence of Haiti.
Over the past 20 years, the PRC has contributed significantly to aid and Multinational Security Support (MSS) missions like the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). By sending millions of dollars in aid and volunteering Chinese anti-riot police and other personnel for the Kenyan-led MSSs, China has helped set Haiti on a path towards recovery. But it is not enough. This body and the broader international community have seen how–no matter how many peacekeepers are sent to the streets of Port-au-Prince–aid will not reach its target, gangs will continue to clash, and the citizens of Haiti will be caught in the crossfire. It is not enough that this body adds to the cost of aid and sends more bodies to police the streets; a lasting solution to this issue requires more nuance. Instead, the delegation of China has multiple proposals that seek a truly sustainable stability, by helping Haiti to bolster its international and economic ties, and all while fully respecting the independent borders of Haiti.
One proposition that the Chinese delegation wishes to bring to the table is to support and fund a gun buyback program. Obviously, conflict between gangs has depleted Haiti’s stability and resources (not to mention how these conflicts hinder aid efforts). In order to help reduce the amount of small arms used by gang members, the UNSC should fund arms buybacks through the international Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) initiative. This would not only decrease the amount of guns in circulation but also offer economic incentives that can be reinvested in Haiti’s weak economy. This being said, in order to fully go through with such an initiative, such as this, the UNSC should wait for the sitting Presidential Council of Haiti to approve of a DDR initiative such as this arms buyback.
In addition to an arms buyback initiative, the People’s Republic wishes this body to consider the possibility of strengthening aid infrastructure and development. The PRC has already graciously assisted in infrastructure projects like that of road rehabilitation and network strengthening on its own. The effects of these projects have been significant, and, seeing the success of these projects, China looks to the rest of the international community to volunteer funds for development and investment in Haiti; this may come from funding programs with the UNDP for Haiti like Business Call to Action (BCtA), investing in green bonds, and/or extending the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) into Haiti. These efforts have been used by China on the world stage to help grow the economies of developing countries and now believes that these programs (with the guidance of experienced voices like that of the PRC) would work to facilitate self-development and self-resilience.
Additionally, China encourages this body to look for ways of supporting internal aid distribution programs like Community Action Councils (CACs) or other Haitian-based NGOs. Lastly, China hopes to explore alternative ways of getting aid to Haiti, such as floating docks to access unserved coastal areas or delivering aid via drone/air when future disasters arise.
The People’s Republic of China sincerely hopes that this Council can reach a decisive agreement on how to rid Haiti of its corrosive and damaging problems. And the delegation of China firmly believes that it is truly in the best interest of all parties involved to find a solution to the situation in Haiti, and we therefore look forward to enjoying this body’s cooperation and collaboration.

Sources:

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Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Algeria
Delegate Name: Lydia Lawrenson

01/05/26
Submitted To: United Nations Security Council
From: People’s Democratic Republic Of Algeria
Delegate Name: Lydia Lawrenson
Subject: Situation In Haiti

The Peoples Democratic Republic of Algeria is profoundly troubled by the famine, displacement, and disproportionate federal manipulation through gang violence and other systematic factors that can be currently found in the nation of Haiti. As a nation who can empathize with the struggle of instability in relation to historical presidential assassinations and civil wars within our borders, we are determined to support efforts to regain governmental centralization and peace over the nation of Haiti. Being a recent part of the United Nations Security Council as an A3+ nation, (Ineffective as of January 1st, 2026) the republic of Algeria feels a strong obligation to represent and assist its Caribbean counterpart and has already used time within our UNSC seating to provide aid and support the various endeavors to assist their wide array of humanitarian needs.
Algeria acknowledges the immense difficulty of maintaining the goals of previous UN stabilization missions such as MINUSTAH (2004–2017) and BINUH. While these missions faced significant challenges, Algeria recognizes that they helped preserve a functioning government structure that continues to support stabilization efforts today. The UNSC’s most recent support mission proposed by Kenya, Resolution 2699, provides a strong foundation and has already shown impact, particularly in countering violent gang activity despite its continued escalation. Algeria also supports additional measures aimed at stability, including coordinated security efforts for free elections and oversight mechanisms to ensure long-term progress.
Due to the continued challenge of neutralizing armed groups, the Gang Suppression Force established in late 2025 represents a necessary step toward restoring order. Algeria advocates for similarly active measures that more directly weaken organizations disrupting peace and governance. Algeria would like to emphasize the importance of Haitian voices and increasing support for the Haitian National Police, especially in areas with limited government presence. Over time, Algeria believes support should transition primarily to financial assistance in order to preserve Haiti’s national sovereignty. Algeria has already demonstrated its commitment by donating $100,000 to Kenya’s mission, with the belief that financial contributions from diplomatic partners will be a few of the most effective ways to address these challenges.
The People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria hopes to see Haiti’s situation improve through stronger judicial institutions, reduced gang violence, restricted access to weapons, and the enforcement of arms embargoes. Algeria also emphasizes the importance of Haiti’s recovery being African-led in the Caribbean, particularly through continued support, funding, and reinforcement of Kenya’s efforts under Resolution 2699.

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“Security Council Authorizes Multinational Security Support Mission for Haiti for Initial Period of One Year, by Vote of 13 in Favour with 2 Abstentions.” UN Meetings Coverage and Press Releases, https://press.un.org/en/2023/sc15432.doc.htm. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

“Security Council Renews Sanctions Regime on Haiti, Unanimously Adopting Resolution 2794 (2025).” UN Meetings Coverage and Press Releases, https://press.un.org/en/2025/sc16195.doc.htm#:~:text=Sierra%20Leone’s%20representative%2C%20also%20speaking,the%20ground%20are%20both%20critical. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

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.

Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Slovenia
Delegate Name: Trinity Bender

Committee: United Nations Security Council
Topic A: Situation in Haiti
Country: Slovenia
Delegate: Trinity Bender
School: Grand Haven High School

As of the current crossroads that Haiti stands at, the UNSC has to take into account a number of things, such as risks involved with restoring security and what role the Multinational Security Support needs to play within the nation. As of September 2025, the Security Council has changed the MSS into the Gang Suppression Force for a period of twelve months, which will wrap up in September of 2026, with all involved nations setting the new Force up to work closely with the Haitian Police. It has also requested the establishment of a UN Support Office to provide aid in law enforcement. Among recent actions, in October last year, the UNSC also unanimously renewed the current sanction regime and travel ban to help prevent the trafficking of weaponry-related items due to the threat such actions pose to the nation’s stability.
While the UNSC has made strides, the Council still needs to consider risks and limitations, such as expanding upon the nation’s ongoing humanitarian issues. Establishing a UN Support Office within the nation should help improve the actions of the now GSF, by allowing easier response and connections. Many issues seem to have root in the fact that Haiti is a major hotspot for weapons trade.
During this last year, Slovenia’s representatives have been disappointed at the collective Council’s ignorance of the gender based violence rampant within Haiti. Slovenia has also been looking for the UN agencies within the nation to help uphold human rights, while respecting Haiti’s sovereignty. While Slovenia has strongly agreed with many of the actions taken by the UNSC as of recent, the nation still feels like the Council could be doing more in preventing gang violence and providing humanitarian aid. Slovenia, along with many other European countries, are mostly observing the nation through a humanitarian lens, while also calling for the International Justice Mission to enter to punish the perpetrators. Many of Slovenia’s allies agree, particularly about humanitarian aid, and upholding the rights and protections of women.

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Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Panama
Delegate Name: Stephan Thomas

The Republic of Panama considers the situation in Haiti an immediate danger to the regional stability of Central America that can no longer be considered “normal.” In recent years, clear intent for resolution was signaled by the UN’s Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission led by Kenya; however, this effort failed to go all the way due to funding problems, improper equipment, and a deployment that peaked at only 1,000 personnel. Previous missions, such as MINUSTAH (2004–2017), are remembered for human rights abuses and the introduction of cholera, making many Haitians wary of any foreign support. As a co-penholder of the Haiti file, Panama emphasizes that the collapse of the previous Haitian government has trapped millions in a cycle of violence and has also fueled unprecedented migratory pressures across the Greater Caribbean and through the Darien Gap. Panama will remain committed to a more “muscular” response to the Haitian situation in order to prioritize personal security but also to create a long-term government and restore democracy in the region.
Since Panama and Haiti created official diplomatic ties in 1945, there has been a strong bond between the countries. As members of the Organization of American States (OAS), Panama helped participate in efforts to stabilize Haiti in previous crises, such as the 1991 coup. Panama has also allowed political exiles to be supported, such as Haitian coup leader Raoul Cédras in 1994. Panama also helped support Haiti economically by maintaining Panama’s Colon Free Zone which was a vital commercial resource for Haitian merchants.
Panama has led the way in transitioning from the previous Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission into a much stronger Gang Suppression Force (GSF) under UNSC Resolution 2793 (2025). This has allowed the force to expand to 5,550 personnel and is designed to overcome previous funding and support issues by using the newly established UN Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Panama maintains the idea that the GSF must have a mandate to detain gang members, protect critical infrastructure, and conduct operations to neutralize armed groups.
Another key piece to Panama’s strategy is the “removal of fuel” from the region. This is the idea that all weapons need to be removed from the conflict. Panama advocates for the strict enforcement of the UN arms embargo and sanctions against the political and economic figures who maintain these relationships with gangs. To support this, Panama has proposed specific regional training programs that Panama is able to host and run, along with cooperation with the Haitian National Police to enhance their ability for urban combat and border security through the GSF.
Panama calls upon the international community to move beyond voluntary contributions toward more permanent solutions such as burden-sharing using UN-assessed contributions. We believe the UNSC’s role must transition from just an observation to active stabilization, ensuring that the Transitional Presidential Council can successfully lead Haiti toward elections, without interference from corrupt politicians. Panama stands firm in their decision to order the GSF to protect the people and for the removal of arms from the region. Words are no longer enough. Every day of complacency deepens the injustice faced by the people of Haiti. Their suffering demands justice and justice demands action.

Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Russian Federation
Delegate Name: Supratik Biswas

On the matter of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Republic of Haiti, the Permanent Mission of the Russian Federation to the United Nations recognizes the severity of the current deterioration of national security, political stability, and general social order and sympathizes with the suffering of the civilian populace. As the successor of the former USSR’s permanent membership seat on the UNSC, the Russian Federation has consistently aimed to uphold the principles of state sovereignty, non-interference in internal affairs and a general consent of the host state to the authorization of international action. Acknowledging the critical necessity to restore stability and protect civilians in the region, Russia must still, based on historical retrospection, assert that externally imposed solutions have failed to result in meaningful, lasting stability in the Haitian area. Therefore, the Russian Federation supports international assistance to Haiti only when it is required beyond any reasonable doubt, and still then limited in scope by terms clearly and explicitly stated in written accord, and only designed to support Haitian institutions of governance rather than replace them with foreign control.

To provide a foundation for the current events of the crisis in the Republic of Haiti, the nation has suffered from prolonged political instability following the collapse of the Duvalier dictatorship in 1986. The situation was intensified by the assassination of acting President Jovenel Moïse, which created a power vacuum and deepened the ongoing crisis. Due to the lack of elected officials, the legitimacy of the following transitional government has been frequently disputed, undermining its authority. All the while, Haiti has faced a dramatic deterioration in its ability to promote domestic safety. Armed gangs occupy and control most of the Haitian capital, impeding the government’s ability to provide basic services. The Haitian National Police, lacking sufficient resources, is often overwhelmed. This reckless disregard for order has intensified the humanitarian crisis, especially causing mass homelessness, widespread violence, and increased levels of food insecurity.

In the past, the United Nations Security Council has provided aid for Haiti through missions including but not limited to the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and the current United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH). These efforts succeeded in the short-term by providing protection to and helping ensure the security of civilians, but they failed to establish sustainable, Haitian-led governance or security structures. It is the stance of the Russian Federation that the long-term effectiveness of past programs was often compromised by overly broad mission parameters and limited local control in humanitarian efforts. On the matter of supporting stabilization efforts, the UNSC must evaluate risks such as the absence of a widely accepted and legitimized Haitian political authority, the danger of foreign over-reliance and potential occupation, the past lacking of coordination between security, humanitarian, and governance establishment efforts. International missions, especially sent by benevolent bodies such as the UNSC must set clear objectives and be granted only enough authority to satisfy those objectives, risking the deepening of dependency on foreign aid.

The Russian Federation understands and acknowledges the intent of the UNSC Resolution 2793’s authorization of the Gang Suppression Force (GSF) as a replacement of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission but emphasizes that the GSF must operate strictly to support the Haitian National Police and and other Haitian authorities, and always with consent of the Haitian government. Its mandate should remain clearly defined and should be strict to only grant enumerated powers necessary to be an assistance mission, not an operation to independently restore stabilization to Haiti and should be subject to regular review of the Security Council. Additionally, the Russian Delegation emphasizes the importance of the GSF to be a strengthening support force in Haiti, not a governing body. Its objectives should be based on the protection of critical infrastructure, the enabling of safe humanitarian access, and should remain strictly away from political interference.

The Russian Federation supports an approach that prioritizes capacity building for the Haitian National Police based on a security-first and institution-focused strategy. The GSF should concentrate on support through operations that protect critical infrastructure, civilian life and dignity, and general peacekeeping while avoiding overly broad mandates. The Security Council should implement supplementary measures to guide the process to political restoration while never directly interfering. It is Russia’s adamant stance that humanitarian assistance is to be delivered through impartial UN agencies and should be politically neutral. Long-term stability will require gradually returning full responsibility of governance back to the Republic of Haiti, and the path there should be a careful one of assistance, not direct interference.

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

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Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Republic of Korea
Delegate Name: Chloe Falkenstern

The Republic of Korea remains gravely concerned about the continued deterioration of the security situation in Haiti. After the loss of the Transitional Presidency Council of Haiti on February 7 of 2026, the Republic of Korea stresses the importance of this Council to act swiftly to prevent any further damage.

The Republic of Korea established relations with the Republic of Haiti in 1962 and has maintained diplomatic communication since. While both countries may not have close formal relations due to regional differences, Korea has supplied aid in times of natural disasters, which has previously occurred during the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Port-au-Prince in 2010, Hurricane Matthew in 2016, and after an earthquake of similar destruction in 2021. Korea has also provided long term reconstruction aid through the United Nations Development Program, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, and the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund. For this Council, the Republic of Korea believes it is pivotal to understand the long term impact of these natural disasters on the country, and they must also be considered when discussing potential solutions to the conflict in Haiti.

Additionally, Korea has supported past attempts to quell the ongoing situation in Haiti through United Nations Security Council Resolutions creating the Mandate for the United Nations Office in Haiti (BINUH), the task force for the Multinational Security Support Mission, and most recently, the Gang Suppression Force. Created as a response to the ongoing violence in Port-au-Prince after the 90% occupation of gang forces, the Republic of Korea has supported the mission and pledged nearly 10 million USD and encourages other member states to do the same, if they are capable.

While this mission will help target gang violence militarily in Haiti, other problems remain unaddressed. Korea would like to pinpoint the ongoing humanitarian crisis as one of these issues, where women and children primarily bear the brunt of the conflict. Recent reports indicate that gangs use sexual violence to strike fear into and control communities, and the number has only increased by the day. This number has increased by 25% against women and 1,000% against children. The United Nations is also faced with the issue of delivering aid to the island nation, as nearly all ports in Port-au-Prince are run by gangs, specifically the G9 and G-Pep. In addition to this, Haiti faces the issues of narcotrade and small guns trade. The ongoing political situation has significantly worsened since the near-ousting of current Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime and the dissolution of the TPC, creating a fragile situation as there is no clear path forward for the executive branch of Haiti’s government.

This situation is multifaceted and intertwined, therefore this Council must address the broader structural issues through a multidimensional approach to this conflict and a comprehensive resolution addressing aforementioned issues.

In regards to these problems, Korea recommends the following. Korea recommends that the Security Council establish a long term fund to better address the humanitarian situation, especially in relation to national disaster relief and food scarcity in the region. Furthermore, Korea hopes that arms-producing nations will consider placing an arms embargo upon Haiti until further action is taken by the previously established mission to lessen the conflict. Such measures are essential for the ability of the Security Council to enact any solution. Korea would also like to see the Council reaffirm international support for BINUH in times of political instability in Haiti, and create a partnership with local organizations like CARICOM to achieve the scheduled elections within the next year, as the Caribbean remains an essential geopolitical location whose stability is critical in international security. Korea is also hoping that the Council will consider further sanctioning those involved with gangs in Haiti, adding on to the list of sanctioned individuals from Resolution 2794 of 2025.

The Republic of Korea firmly believes that the situation in Haiti demands coordinated, sustained, and multifaceted action from the international community. Military stabilization alone will not resolve the crisis. Humanitarian relief, political legitimacy, and long-term institutional rebuilding must proceed simultaneously. Korea remains committed to supporting the Haitian people through multilateral cooperation and urges this Council to adopt a comprehensive and decisive resolution that restores stability, protects vulnerable populations, and lays the foundation for durable peace in Haiti.

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Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: France
Delegate Name: Tatum Grimes

Topic: 2026-Situation in Haiti
Country: French Republic
Delegate Name: Tatum Grimes

For nearly the entirety of its history as a nation, Haiti’s people have been subject to unimaginably cruel conditions. The current situation is not unique when considered within the context of that history, and any plan that seeks to ameliorate the troubles that currently plague the people of Haiti must recognize said context and work towards a solution that offers the country a way forward that won’t simply lead back to where we are today. The UN’s current means of supplying aid have proven to be grossly insufficient, and the United States’ cuts to USAID have only worsened the situation. In 2020 the United States provided nearly two thirds of the overall funding for the UN’s humanitarian response plan in Haiti1, and the rest of the world has not picked up the slack. Securing new sources of funding for our relief efforts in Haiti needs to be the first step of a long process of bringing stability to the country. This does not, however, mean that after said funding is provided it can be allocated in the manner it was before. It is the opinion of The French Republic that there needs to be a radical overhaul in the both the actions and goals of the United Nation’s Haitian relief mission. There has been a tendency among some members of this council to conflate sovereignty and self-determination, and our efforts need to be more concentrated on the ladder. We can no longer pretend that the Haiti Transitional Presidential Council, who is yet to select a replacement for Alix Didier Fils-Aime, represents the Haitian people in any meaningful way, and it is a mistake to place respect for its authority over the safety of the Haitian people.

France’s history regarding Haiti has been one that the current Republic deeply regrets and will do everything in its power to make up for. President Macron has joined a commission with to establish exactly how much and in what form reparations should be paid for the over twenty billion dollars extorted from the nation for gaining its independence2. France is fully willing to invest very large sums of money into both helping Haiti through its current crisis and building new infrastructure to secure a better future for the country and its people. We also understand that simply funding existing plans isn’t enough and that France has a responsibility to engage in open dialogue with the Haitian people about how to best invest in their country. But before such a discussion can even begin, the people of Haiti need to be freed from the rule of gangs and criminals, and this can only be done with a plan that allows for the UNSC to take concrete action towards a goal, rather the exclusively preventative measures being taken right now.

There are three key actions that must be taken by this council if we want children being born in Haiti right now to ever know a nation free from violence and fear. The first action is to authorize offensive missions against the gangs occupying Port-au-Prince. For far too long, the UN has settled for creating refugee camps protected by peacekeepers who are in many cases not permitted to use lethal or even violent means to protect their residents3. Not only does that need change, but we should be taking the fight to the gangs occupying the city by funding and coordinating with Haitian law enforcement. The next step needs to be for the UN to work with the free parts of Haiti to establish a transitionary authority that has the support and recognition of the people. The HTPC, while noble in concept, has been a mess with no real power or control. This new emergency government needs to be created with both economic and military backing from UN member nations and hold legitimacy with the people. The final step is putting in place a long-term fund and plan for Haiti after the current crisis is over. The international community must support the return of free and fair elections to Haiti, and the UN should have a commission in place to be prepared for combating natural disasters and political instability that are common in the country.

For years now, the UN has treated this crisis as the kind of thing that will handle itself eventually, and aid as a temporary necessity while the situation cools down. It should be all too clear that the situation will not cool down without active involvement by world powers. When the Bosnian genocide was occurring, the United Nations sat on its hands while thousands of people were massacred. Things only improved in the region when the United States made the decision to take matters into its own hands and militarily engage with those committing atrocities. The United States isn’t going to bail us out again, and the UN needs to learn how to take concrete action itself. If we allow the people of Haiti to suffer without help, no one will be there for us when we need it.

“First Person: “Tomorrow Is Too Late” to Scale up Humanitarian Aid in Haiti.” UN News, 18 Aug. 2025, news.un.org/en/story/2025/08/1165676.

Debt Justice. “Haiti: Free from Slavery, Not yet Free from Debt.” Debt Justice, debtjustice.org.uk/countries-in-crisis/haiti-free-slavery-not-yet-free-debt.

“Haiti: Soaring Number of Displaced Desperately Need Protection and Aid Priority, UN Experts Urge.” OHCHR, 2024, www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2024/06/haiti-soaring-number-displaced-desperately-need-protection-and-aid-priority.

Topic: 2026 – Situation in Haiti
Country: Guyana
Delegate Name: Ryland Ogrodowski

SIMUN 2026
Delegation: Guyana
Committee: UNSC
The crisis in Haiti is one that has raged for years. The Haitian people are met with increases in kidnapping, sexual violence, displacement, internal improvement failure for the nation, and more. Ever since President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in 2021, the nation has been under a power crisis leading to the corruption of the nation. Though the country was on this rise before Moïse’s death with the nation for over a decade not having a presidential election due to the millions struggling from the humanitarian crisis (Dickinson). To add to these issues, Haiti is a tropic nation that faces hurricanes, flooding, droughts, and earthquakes frequently (Dickinson). This leaves more people vulnerable and in need of aid. To add to this fire since authority is limited, gang violence thrives with 8,100 killings from January to November 2025 (Dickinson). In response, the UNSC created the Multinational Security Support Mission used to combat gang force and protect the Haitian people (Security). This mission to protect human rights seemingly worked, but its impact has been slowed due to implementation questions. This leaves the UNSC to find new and faster ways to protect the people of Haiti.
Guyana is a nation divided into two parties like many others. But due to the nation’s history with colonization and slavery they have racial sensibilities of their respective constituencies (VanCooten). The PPP/C is mostly Indian Guyanese decent, and PNCR is mainly African Guyanese decent (VanCooten)therefore, when it comes to the political state of the nation. Guyana has struggled for years on agreements and division within both parties. But something both sides can see is how the situation in Haiti grows for the worse on the Haitian people. Guyana is one of the nations that is a part of the Caricom, a 15-member body of nations in the Caribbean, with the headquarters being in Georgetown, Guyana (Caricom). In one of the most recent meetings, it was noted “with great concern” the “internal turmoil” taking place in its member state, Haiti, and is urging “stakeholders to put the future of their people and country above all else” (Caricom). Whilst Haiti wrote to Caricom Secretary General, Dr Carla Barnett, seeking the intervention of the grouping in “the immediate creation of the mediation and transfer of power committee,” (Caricom). This was to help efforts to try to remove the Prime Minister within 30 days starting January 23rd (Caricom). Previously, Guyana for Caricom in 2024 set aside $123 million in humanitarian aid, mainly for Haiti (Guyana). The money for Haiti was supposed to be used toward relieving gang violence and helping with the aftermath of hurricane Beryl (Guyana). Guyana and the other Caricom nations want to see Haiti thrive and grow but this must start with regulations in the UNSC so that other communities like Caricom can be effective in aiding the issue.
Therefore, the Delegation of Guyana proposes many actions that need to be taken to help the Haitian people. These steps can be parts of the already established Multinational Security Support (now GSF) to strengthen the impact they have already created in Haiti. First, to combat the sexual violence, there must be UN run hotlines set up for women in crisis and UN run women and children shelters created. This hotline will be anonymous for any woman in Haiti to get the help she needs to get out of a dangerous situation. The women can call the hotline then be instructed on the other end by a UN worker on a safe place where a UN officer deployed from nations helping Haiti like Kenya, Guyana, etc. to be picked up and taken to a UN run women’s and children’s shelter. This, due to gang violence, would ideally also allow travel by boat to take the women and children to either another safe island or country within Caricom that allows these migrants to come in and the shelters to be built. Next, natural disaster implementations need to be taken. This will involve a UN run group that comes in to help relieve the area after a natural disaster has taken place. This will be comprised of members from supporting nations who will bring in pop up hospitals, schools, and shelter for people affected by hurricanes, flooding, droughts, and earthquakes in Haiti. The hospitals can be funded and run by Red Cross, AmeriCares and Doctors Without Borders. UNICEF can help fund and run the pop-up schools, and the shelter can be provided with CARE International and Red Cross. These pop-up institutions will be stationed in safe zones from natural disasters and will be in communities not only to preserve a sense of community and culture but to relieve all the people suffering from the issue to have support from others. In combat against gang violence, MSS is already taking initiatives to stop this epidemic. First, the MSS was replaced in October 2025 with the Gang Suppression Force (GSF). The GSF needs to continue working along the Haitian police force to locate gangs and disarm them whilst also providing humanitarian aid. Along with this Guyana proposes the implementation of community awareness to the issue through education. By providing lectures in schools, posters, courses on gangs and their effects, can help make this new generation more aware of how they can repel the actions taken by the people in their nation. Guyana also believes that if UNSC’s GSF works closely with Caricom leaders, that intervention with Haiti against gangs can be taken a step further with more support from surrounding nations. Guyana also urges the FAO and World Food Programme to help with the hunger crisis a large percent of the population is going through due to lack of aid. From these objectives and the slowing of gang violence Haiti, will be able to rebuild and shape itself as a nation to better itself for its future generations.

Citations:
“Caricom Concerned about Internal Turmoil in Haiti.” Jamaica Observer, 27 Jan. 2026, www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/01/27/caricom-concerned-internal-turmoil-haiti/. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
Dickinson, Daniel. “Haiti Explained: Why the Crisis Is Deepening — And What Comes Next.” United Nations, 21 Jan. 2026, news.un.org/en/story/2026/01/1166801. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
“Guyana Sets Aside $123M in Humanitarian Aid for Haiti, CARICOM Nations.” Guyana Times, 29 Nov. 2024, guyanatimesgy.com/guyana-sets-aside-123m-in-humanitarian-aid-for-haiti-caricom-nations/. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
“Security Council Authorizes Transition of Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti to ‘Gang Suppression Force’.” United Nations, 30 Sept. 2025, press.un.org/en/2025/sc16185.doc.htm. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
VanCooten, Pelham. “Understanding Guyana’S Political Landscape: History, Parties, and Future Elections.” Guyana Tapestry, 1 Jul. 2024, guyanatapestry.com/understanding-guyanas-political-landscape-history-parties-and-future-elections/. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.

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