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Trine Skarboevik Heimerback

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2021-02-22

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2021-02-22

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1. “It is evident that exclusion, neglect and deprivation of rights set the stage for the current conflict. We urge the Haitian Government to endorse the national action S/2021/174 plan on human rights and ensure its implementation, without delay. That entails the full, equal and meaningful participation of women in all aspects of life, including in political processes. In conclusion, allow me to reiterate that Norway fully supports BINUH and its ongoing work towards consolidating and strengthening the capacity of Haitian institutions. That said, the means for a durable solution remain in the hands of the Haitians themselves.”

   2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/174 (2021) · source

2. “The situation of women and children also remains alarming. In that respect, protection against sexual and gender-based violence and access to sexual and reproductive health services must be strengthened. While we welcome the fact that such issues are being brought to the Security Council’s attention by the thorough reporting on human rights violations and abuses conducted by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), whose work we support, we would encourage an even stronger focus on gender in the reporting. Norway firmly believes that an inclusive political process, with respect for human rights, including women’s rights, is a prerequisite for overcoming the current crisis and paving the way for a more just and stable society.”

   2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/174 (2021) · source

3. “In order to sustain livelihoods and prevent further instability, the Government needs to invest more in food production without delay. The growing levels of violence, the human rights violations and the abuses are shocking. Norway calls for a comprehensive Government response to address community violence. Impunity for killings, arson and kidnappings have led to a cycle of injustice and instability. That must stop. We urge the authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice, be they gang members or representatives of the security forces. We also note with concern that grievances and strikes by key judicial actors have exacerbated the challenges to the Haitian prison service, contributing to unacceptable overcrowding. Judicial reform, along with systematic human rights monitoring and reporting, must be prioritized.”

   2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/174 (2021) · source

4. “Yet, if implemented in an orderly and peaceful manner, it could represent a first step out of the current crisis. Norway is deeply concerned about Haiti’s vulnerability to natural disasters due to climate change and environmental degradation. It impacts livelihoods and leads to poverty and internal displacement, which consequently fuels crime, unrest and further instability. In addition, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Haiti is currently among the most food-insecure countries in the world. A total of 4.4 million Haitians are in need of humanitarian assistance. That is a staggering figure, with far-reaching consequences. Evidence of low crop yield due to below normal rainfall will likely further contribute to increasing food insecurity.”

   2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/174 (2021) · source

5. “I would like to thank the Secretary-General and Special Representative Meagher La Lime for the report (S/2021/133) and for the concrete recommendations therein, which we support. Haiti’s turbulent political situation, which is evolving as we speak, is indeed troubling and a stark reminder of the country’s fragile and precarious situation. Haiti’s current instability stems from an overly complex political system. There is an urgent need for a nationally owned governance reform to overcome the structural obstacles to stability and development. A genuine commitment to democratic principles must be a prerequisite. We urge the political actors to commit to dialogue towards a common agenda. The proposed electoral calendar for a constitutional referendum, as well as legislative, municipal, local and presidential elections, is an ambitious plan.”

   2021-02-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/2021/174 (2021) · source