The United States and Panama have proposed significant changes to the United Nations to bolster the Kenyan-led Multinational Security Mission (MSS) in Haiti, potentially increasing its size from under 1,000 to over 5,000 officers. The draft resolution aims to convert the mission into a full force in cooperation with Haiti’s government for an initial 12-month period.

• The proposal seeks to expand the MSS to 5,500 uniformed personnel and 50 civilians, funded by voluntary contributions.
• New plans by President Donald Trump's administration are driving the restructuring to combat Haiti's armed gangs.
• The expanded force would have powers to detain and arrest Haitians, akin to local police, and conduct independent, intelligence-led counter-gang operations.