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UK Supports Renewal of Haiti Sanctions Regime at United Nations

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The United Kingdom has reinforced its stance on addressing insecurity in Haiti, with Minister Counsellor Jennifer MacNaughtan delivering a statement at the United Nations Security Council. MacNaughtan emphasized the significance of U.N. sanctions in maintaining pressure on those destabilizing Haiti and alleviating the suffering of its people. The UK condemned the ongoing violence undermining democratic rule, highlighting the need for the Council to remain informed about the scale of violence, particularly the widespread sexual and gender-based violence against women and girls.

Key Takeaways:

  • The UK Minister Counsellor, Jennifer MacNaughtan, delivered a statement at the United Nations Security Council in support of the Haiti sanctions regime renewal.
  • MacNaughtan stated that UN sanctions are an essential tool for maintaining pressure on those who seek to destabilize Haiti and alleviate the suffering of its people.
  • The UK condemned the violence continuing to undermine democratic rule in Haiti, emphasizing the need for the Council to remain informed about the scale and nature of violence, including widespread sexual and gender-based violence.
  • The UK highlighted the targeting of women and girls in Haiti due to their gender, including forced marriage, harassment, assault, forced labor, and forms of trafficking, kidnapping, and sexual violence.
  • Sanctions remain an essential tool to address insecurity in Haiti and alleviate the suffering of the Haitian people, according to MacNaughtan.
  • The UK welcomed the mandate renewal of the sanctions regime and thanked the United States and Panama for their efforts.

Statistics:

  • There is no specific numerical data provided in the text.
  • The statement emphasizes the importance of addressing insecurity in Haiti and the need for the Council to remain informed about the scale of violence.

Sources:

  • Marlyn T. Vitin, Targeted News Service
  • UK Government, gov.uk, Speeches: UN sanctions are an essential tool for addressing insecurity in Haiti - UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/un-sanctions-are-an-essential-tool-for-addressing-insecurity-in-haiti-uk-explanation-of-vote-at-the-un-security-council

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