By Government of BarbadosBRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Barbados’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, François Jackman, speaking on behalf of CARICOM, has urged the United Nations to ensure that the UN’s action in Haiti was properly funded. The Security Council was receiving updates on the situation in Haiti, including briefings from John Brandolino of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the Head of the UN Integrated Office in Haiti, Carlos Ruiz Massieu. Ambassador Jackman reiterated CARICOM’s unwavering support for the people of Haiti and the UN’s work on the ground. “We remain fully engaged in supporting Haitian-led solutions that strengthen institutions, uphold the rule of law, and improve the lives of all Haitians. The Council is expected to vote on the draft resolution renewing BINUH’s mandate on January 29, 2026.