Prime Minister Garry Conille of Haiti met with Brazilian President Lula da Silva at the UN General Assembly to discuss Brazil’s support for Haiti, including training for police forces and military supplies. Lula emphasized developing an international action plan to aid Haiti’s recovery and pledged to advocate for Haiti’s interests in global forums. Conille appreciated Lula’s commitment to mobilizing international support for Haiti’s crisis.
During the recent 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Garry Conille of Haiti, accompanied by his Chief of Staff Nesmy Manigat and Chancellor Dominique Dupuy, engaged in a significant dialogue with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Prime Minister Conille expressed gratitude for Brazil’s ongoing support to Haiti, which includes providing arms to the Haitian National Police (PNH) and the Haitian Armed Forces (FAd’H), alongside plans to train over 400 police officers. Conille articulated the challenges facing Haiti due to armed groups and highlighted the role of international forces that have been assisting the Haitian government in reclaiming areas under gang control. He noted the restructuring of defense forces and emphasized the necessity for further equipment and training to build a robust response to the crisis. President Lula da Silva underscored the importance of creating a comprehensive international action plan aimed at assisting Haiti’s recovery. He reaffirmed Brazil’s willingness to collaborate in devising this plan and fostering discussions concerning both political mobilization and resource allocation. Furthermore, President Lula committed to advocating for Haiti’s interests in various international forums, such as the forthcoming G20 and within the BRICS community. After the meeting, Prime Minister Conille expressed appreciation for President Lula’s commitment, stating, “President Lula has generously committed to mobilizing other countries to support the situation in Haiti. He has of course been generous with his time, inspiring in terms of ideas, and we look forward to continuing to cooperate with Brazil in the future.”
Haiti has faced escalating challenges due to violence from armed groups, impacting stability and governance. In response to this dire situation, international support, including from Brazil, has become vital. Brazil has historically engaged in peacekeeping and support missions in Haiti, and with the current administration expressing solidarity, there is a renewed effort towards building a strategic framework to address Haiti’s escalating security and humanitarian crises. The meeting at the UN General Assembly reflects a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at not only ameliorating the immediate concerns regarding security and stability but also at promoting longer-term development and recovery strategies that incorporate regional and international cooperation.
The discussions between Prime Minister Garry Conille and Brazilian President Lula da Silva signal a proactive step towards stabilizing Haiti amidst ongoing crises. Brazil’s logistical and training support for Haitian security forces, combined with a commitment to create an international plan for recovery, exemplifies a collaborative effort aimed at addressing the pressing challenges Haiti faces. The ongoing dialogue and support from Brazil affirm the necessity for continued international engagement and resources to foster sustainable development and security in Haiti.
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