By Dorothy Musyoka
In its first 100 days of operation, the Mission for Security and Stability in Haiti (MSS), in collaboration with the Haiti National Police (HNP), has achieved significant progress in securing critical national infrastructure.
Key sites such as the international airport, the national hospital, and the main seaport in Port-au-Prince have been secured, greatly enhancing public safety and fostering stability in the region.
Joint patrols with the HNP in crucial areas of Port-au-Prince, including downtown, have increased the protection of civilians.
“The Mission has also played a crucial role in clearing roadblocks and opening access routes, thereby facilitating a smoother flow of humanitarian aid to those in need,” Mudavadi said.
During the Ministerial Meeting on Building on Progress to Restore Security in Haiti, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi highlighted these commendable efforts.
He praised the dedication of the 410 MSS officers, whose commitment and professionalism have demonstrated that this is indeed a “Mission Possible,” conducted with the highest standards of transparency and integrity.
“Their actions have exemplified that this is indeed a “Mission Possible,” conducted with the highest standards of transparency and integrity,” the PCS reiterated.
However, Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi stressed that with only 410 officers deployed out of the planned 2,500, the Mission’s capacity is limited.
He called on the United Nations Security Council to consider extending the Mission’s mandate for an additional year to enable the full deployment of personnel and ensure the Mission can achieve its objectives.
In his remarks, Mudavadi also urged the Security Council to explore innovative approaches to securing the necessary resources to sustain and build on the MSS’s achievements.
He emphasized that continued support from the international community is critical to achieving long-term security and stability in Haiti.