BINUH - Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti
- Political polarization and institutional vacuum hinder progress on reforms.
- Gang violence and insecurity continue to challenge state authority.
- The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing socioeconomic vulnerabilities.
- The new Penal Code represents a landmark achievement but faces controversy.
- The Haitian National Police faces resource constraints and needs strengthening.
The Secretary-General's report on the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) covers developments from the issuance of the previous report (S/2020/537) to September 2020. It highlights the political and socioeconomic challenges facing Haiti, including the institutional vacuum due to the lack of elections, persistent political polarization, and increased gang-related insecurity. The report also addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has exacerbated existing vulnerabilities despite a moderate direct health impact. Furthermore, the report details BINUH's efforts, along with the UN country team, to support the Haitian government in implementing reforms, addressing human rights concerns, reducing community violence, and improving basic social service delivery and resilience. It also touches on the fight against corruption and the need for a minimal political consensus to ensure free, fair, and transparent elections.
How to cite
2020, BINUH - Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti, https://binuh.unmissions.org/en/document-library