BINUH - Report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti
Summary: This report, submitted pursuant to Security Council resolution 2476 (2019), covers significant developments in Haiti since the previous report (S/2020/123). It provides an update on the implementation of the BINUH mandate and United Nations support for the Government of Haiti in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on political stability, governance, and violence reduction.
Key Findings
- Haiti faces significant challenges including political instability, gang violence, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The Haitian National Police demonstrated increased professionalism but remains under-resourced.
- The justice system is plagued by overcrowding and lengthy pretrial detention.
- The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing socioeconomic inequalities.
- International support is crucial for Haiti's stability and development.
Full Description
The report details the activities of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) in supporting political stability, inclusive governance, and violence reduction. It highlights the challenges faced by the Haitian government, including political uncertainty, gang violence, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The report also covers efforts to reform the justice system, improve human rights, and address socioeconomic inequalities. It emphasizes the need for continued international support to help Haiti overcome these challenges and achieve long-term stability and prosperity.
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