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Dominican President Luis Abinader has called for greater international involvement in addressing Haiti’s political and social instability, citing the situation as a critical threat to regional security. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, Abinader stressed that the crisis in Haiti requires “strategic attention” and reiterated that the Dominican Republic has been disproportionately bearing the burden of the fallout.
“We have been calling for the sustained and leading role of the international community in stabilizing Haiti. This is a strategic necessity for the security of my country and the entire region,” Abinader said during his speech.
For over three years, Haiti has experienced deepening instability, which has placed considerable pressure on the Dominican Republic. Abinader noted that the Dominican government has taken on responsibilities beyond its capacity by providing essential services to a growing population of Haitian migrants.
“We have made great sacrifices to reach this point, but with nearly a year left before Haiti’s planned elections, the necessary conditions are still not in place. We cannot allow the progress made thus far to unravel, as Haiti’s collapse would have far-reaching consequences for the region,” he warned.
Abinader underscored the importance of ongoing international missions aimed at restoring stability in Haiti. He also warned that failure to stabilize the country could lead to more drastic measures to protect the Dominican Republic’s national security.
The Dominican leader expressed frustration with certain countries that have not fulfilled their commitments to aid Haiti, despite having significant influence over the situation. “It is unacceptable that, at this stage, some of the countries that have played a role in Haiti’s crisis or have committed to resolving it have not fully met their promises. As long as my country’s national security is at risk, I will continue to demand stability in Haiti,” Abinader stated.
