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1944, adopted unanimously on October 14, 2010, after recalling previous resolutions on

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, including resolutions 1542 (2004), 1576 (2004),

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(2005), 1658 (2006), 1702 (2006), 1743 (2006),

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(2007),

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(2008),

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(2009), 1908 (2010) and 1927 (2010), the Council renewed the mandate of the

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(MINUSTAH) until October 15, 2011.

Resolution

Observations

In the preamble of the resolution, the Council recognised that the earthquake in January 2010 brought new challenges and opportunities to Haiti. The Haitian government and authorities were called upon to ensure the holding of

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on November 28, 2010. The Council stated that the reconstruction of Haiti was crucial to long-term security and stability, and that it should go hand in hand with economic and social development. Donors were urged to fulfil their pledges towards Haiti at a conference on March 31, 2010. The

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(OAS) was praised for its efforts towards electoral preparations. There were concerns about the increasing number of

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s in circulation,

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and security in

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s. The Council recognised that respect for

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, combating crime and

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, and ending

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were essential in maintaining order. In addition, the presence of MINUSTAH peacekeepers and the United Nations was critical to security and stability in Haiti. It welcomed the efforts of former

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President

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as the United Nations Special Envoy for Haiti.

Acts

Acting under

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, the mandate of

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was extended until October 15, 2011 with 8,940 troops and 4,391 police, with the intention of further renewal. The resolution determined that Haiti and its people were ultimately responsible for the stabilisation of the country, and free and fair elections were an important prerequisite. MINUSTAH was required to continue various activities in Haiti, including training of the

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, tackling crime, protecting human rights, judicial reform and activities to enhance trust of the Haitian population towards MINUSTAH. The Council condemned violence against children and abuse of women and girls and requested the

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to pay attention to the issue in his future reports on the situation in Haiti.

References

External links

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Text of the Resolution at undocs.org
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Observations

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See also

References

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