The U.N. Security Council unanimously voted on Monday to extend the mandate of the Kenya-led multinational force in Haiti.
This decision comes despite Haiti’s request for discussions to transition the mission into a U.N. peacekeeping operation.
A final draft obtained by the Associated Press revealed that China and Russia successfully removed language acknowledging Haiti’s call for a U.N. peacekeeping force.
Edgard Leblanc Fils, a Haitian official, made this request last Thursday during the U.N. General Assembly.
Currently, nearly 400 Kenyan officers are deployed in Haiti, alongside a small contingent from Jamaica.
This force is significantly below the 2,500 troops pledged by several countries, and funding remains a critical issue.
U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield emphasized that the 15-0 vote conveys strong support for Haiti.
She noted that additional financial contributions are essential for the multinational force.
China’s deputy U.N. ambassador, Geng Shuang, expressed skepticism regarding peacekeeping operations in Haiti, citing past failures.
He stated that Haiti currently lacks the conditions for a successful peacekeeping mission.
The resolution extends the multinational security mission until October 2, 2025, urging it to accelerate deployment efforts in the face of escalating violence.