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UNITED NATIONS, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese envoy on Monday called for efforts to "advance the political process" in Haiti amid ongoing gang violence and weakened public security.
Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the United Nations, said Haiti's political transition has progressed slowly and its electoral timetable has been repeatedly postponed, severely undermining the confidence of the Haitian people and the international community.
"The Haitian authorities and all political parties and factions must demonstrate political will, set aside self-interest, and advance the political process without delay," said Fu.
The ultimate goal of international support is to enable Haiti to independently maintain its own security. The Haitian authorities must assume primary responsibility and effectively protect the safety and security of the Haitian people, Fu said.
Noting that the continued influx of illicit weapons is a major driver of worsening gang violence in Haiti, Fu said China welcomes the Security Council's decision to extend the Haiti sanctions regime and urges UN member states, especially the country of origin for Haiti's illicit weapons and ammunition, to implement the arms embargo.
Fu said severe hardship provides the breeding ground for violence. He called on the Haitian authorities to meet the public's basic needs in education, employment, and health care; reduce gang recruitment; and create a more favorable environment for development.
China supports UN agencies and international and regional partners in continuing to play a constructive role and help the Haitian people overcome their difficulties, he added.
The Haitian people have always held the key to resolving these issues, he said. China, together with the international community, will continue to take a responsible approach and help Haiti out of its crisis to achieve lasting peace, stability, and development, Fu said.
