UN Secretary‑General António Guterres thanks Dominican Republic for Haiti security support

UN Secretary‑General António Guterres visited the Dominican Republic and thanked President Luis Abinader, along with ministers José Ignacio Paliza and Roberto Álvarez, for the country's cooperation in international efforts to restore security in Haiti. Guterres said the restoration of security in Haiti is an absolute priority for the nation and the region, stressing the need for conditions that allow an effective international force to combat armed gangs. He highlighted the Dominican Republic’s backing of a UN‑led mission and its role in creating the environment needed for political progress, elections and Haiti’s reintegration into the international community.