December 22, 2024
Kenyan President William Ruto recently discussed the progress of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. During the exchange, Ruto provided updates on the mission led by Kenya, which aims to stabilize the country amid its ongoing political crisis and persistent violence. The mission focuses on restoring order in Haiti through international support, underlining Kenya’s commitment to contributing to Haiti’s security framework.
Ruto emphasized to Trump that the MSS, spearheaded by Kenya, represents a cornerstone of international efforts to resolve the Haitian crisis. Their conversation also included discussions on broader areas of U.S.-Kenya collaboration, such as security, investment, and governance, aimed at strengthening the mission’s impact to foster long-term stability in Haiti while addressing the country’s immediate security concerns.
In a subsequent call with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Ruto explored the potential transition of the MSS to a United Nations peacekeeping operation. This evolution could alleviate the financial challenges the mission currently faces, while expanding its mandate to enhance security measures. Such a move would provide Haiti with necessary logistical support and expertise to address its pressing needs effectively.
International engagement, particularly from the United States, is vital to the mission’s success. The strengthened collaboration between Kenya, the United States, and other partners holds the potential to stabilize Haiti in the long term by delivering a coordinated response to the security and political challenges that jeopardize the country’s future.