During the United Nations General Assembly Debate on Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto reaffirmed his nation’s steadfast support for Haiti, hailing the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission as a significant achievement. Authorized by the UN Security Council in October 2023, the mission, led by Kenya, aims to bolster security and policing in the Caribbean nation. Ruto described the initiative as both a success and a cautionary tale on global security governance, emphasizing Kenya’s proactive role in addressing rampant gang violence in Port-au-Prince. However, he lamented the mission’s chronic underfunding and understaffing, operating at less than 40% of its authorized capacity. Despite these constraints, Ruto highlighted tangible progress: government institutions have been reclaimed from gangs, schools have reopened, kidnappings have decreased, and Haiti’s airport and seaport have resumed normal operations. Ruto posed a critical question: “If so much could be achieved with limited resources, what more could be accomplished with unified global solidarity?” He urged the UN Security Council to consolidate the mission’s gains as it deliberates on next steps. Haiti’s Foreign Minister Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste echoed the urgency, describing the security crisis as a looming threat akin to the Sword of Damocles. He outlined priorities, including re-establishing social peace for safe elections and supporting government-led development programs. The UN reported that armed gangs control vast territories, with over six million Haitians in urgent need of assistance and 1.4 million displaced. Canada pledged additional support, with Foreign Minister Anita Anand announcing CAN$40 million for the MSS mission and CAN$20 million for Caribbean maritime security. UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed stressed that security alone is insufficient, calling for a political process, credible elections, and economic recovery. The new UN Special Representative for Haiti, Carlos Massieu Ruiz, urged swift action on the secretary-general’s proposals, emphasizing the need for political will and resolve. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised Kenya’s contributions during a meeting with Ruto, underscoring the urgency of establishing a gang suppression force and a UN support office for Haiti.