United Nations – Appointment of Carlos G. Ruiz Massieu as Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Haiti and Head of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (4 July 2025)

France welcomes the appointment of Mr Carlos Ruiz Massieu as Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Haiti and Head of the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH). It wishes him success and assures him of its full support as he carries out his mission.

Given the worsening security and humanitarian situation in Haiti, it is essential to take action and follow up the recommendations in the Secretary-General’s report for strengthening the United Nations’ role in Haiti. Re-establishing security in the country is vital for creating conditions that are conducive to the holding of elections in order to respond to the legitimate expectations of the Haitian people.