A3+ Statement delivered by H.E. Carolyn Rodrigues- Birkett, Permanent Representative of Guyana to the United Nations, following the Mandate Renewal of the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH)

Thank you, Mr. President,

I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the A3+, namely, Algeria, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, and my own country Guyana.

The A3+ welcomes the unanimous adoption of resolution 2743 renewing the mandate of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) until July 2025. We thank Ecuador and the United States for their continued leadership on this file and for conducting a transparent and consultative negotiation process.

Mr. President,

The A3+ voted in favour of resolution 2743 to reiterate our full support for BINUH’s mandate and to ensure that the mission continues to support the Government of Haiti, especially during this critical transition period. This year’s mandate renewal takes place against the backdrop of significant developments on the political and security fronts, where the MSS has already commenced operations, and efforts are ongoing to establish transitional governance arrangements that would lead the country to free and fair elections and help restore key democratic institutions.

The A3+ supports a strengthened mandate for BINUH enabling it to effectively support the Haitian people during this critical time. In our view, Haiti’s security and political developments demand more robust support from the international community. While the text adopted today is not perfect, it acknowledges this need and thus requests BINUH to develop a strategy in consultation with the Haitian Government on how it will support a transparent Haitian-led and Haitian-owned political process.

We also welcome the attention given to supporting the Haitian National Police and judicial authorities and to ensuring accountability for the victims of criminal gangs, particularly women and children. These efforts must prioritize the protection of the most vulnerable and establish a safe and just environment for all Haitians. In this context, collaboration and coordination between BINUH and the MSS is also critical.

The A3+ will continue to support BINUH in the execution of its mandate. BINUH’s work is necessary in supporting the Haitian Government to strengthen political stability, security, good governance and the rule of law in the country, and to preserve a peaceful and stable environment to advance the sustainable development of Haiti. We commend the dedicated efforts of the BINUH team in implementing their mandate and wish them every success in their work.

In closing, Mr. President, the A3+ reiterates our firm support for the Government and people of Haiti. We are hopeful that the progress made in recent weeks and today’s renewal of BINUH’s mandate mark the beginning of a new and positive chapter for Haiti.

I Thank You!