The Haitian government has declared an unwavering offensive against pervasive insecurity, positioning public security as the fundamental prerequisite for national stability and economic recovery. During the 35th edition of ‘Tuesdays of the Nation,’ Secretary of State for Public Security Mario Andrésol articulated the administration’s structured and irreversible campaign to restore state authority across the nation.
Andrésol characterized public security as an absolute strategic priority essential for political normalization, economic revitalization, and democratic restoration. The government’s approach received significant international reinforcement through a strategic cooperation framework signed with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in late July 2025.
This comprehensive partnership is built upon five interconnected pillars designed to systematically address Haiti’s security crisis. The framework prioritizes enhancing governance and strategic management within public security institutions while simultaneously consolidating the legal and regulatory foundations of the security sector. It further provides direct support to government mechanisms for strategic planning and critical decision-making processes.
The cooperation additionally focuses on strengthening community resilience against diverse security threats, both criminal and non-criminal in nature. A crucial component involves intensifying operations against transnational organized crime networks while promoting inclusive security measures and ensuring equity in state security operations across all communities.
The primary objective of this multilateral initiative is to support the Haitian State’s gradual territorial reconquest, specifically targeting the establishment of lasting security in the highly vulnerable West, Artibonite, and Central departments where armed gangs have exerted significant control. To operationalize this strategy, the Office of the Secretary of State for Public Security has convened a specialized team comprising both national and international security experts.