HAITI 2007-2009

FORCE COMMANDERS GUIDANCE to all MINUSTAH's Military Personnel

I will like to start by expressing my profound gratitude to all the men and women of MINUSTAHs military force. I am very m delighted to work with a high quality group of professional military d personnel like yourselves on this my second tour of duty in Haiti, p this time as the Force Commander. Your professional behavior is t the trademark that demonstrates the great role you play to ensure a secure and stable environment within Haiti. e I hope you are aware that your contributions are the foundation enabling other organizations to perform their mission aimed e at the development of democratic institutions, consolidation of a State authority rule of law State authority, rule of law, reform processes and socio-economic development in Haiti. t l Honoring those who preceded us, we must operate professionally and with enthusiasm. Keep in mind that everything we do directly affects the Haitian people, and we are here to help them. Continue to treat all of them - men, women, and children - as friends; that is what they deserve. We do not operate independently, rather, the UN system has regulations that when combined with other guidance constitutes a higher framework in which we operate. These include the Mandate, the Guidelines of our Head of Mission, the Rules of Engagement, the principles of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights. As the excellent soldiers you are, you must consciously practice and uphold this framework in your day to day activities. I understand that our success relies on the adherence to the following aspects which are directly linked to our reputation: military capacity, respect for law and order, security, self cooperation, impartiality, integrity, respect for diversity, appropriate use of force, and personal behavior. Despite any cultural differences, I believe we have to exemplify those fundamentals to ensure our continuing success, credibility and legitimacy. I strongly encourage leadership at all levels of command, based on professional knowledge, mentorship, and good judgment. We are members of a great family, whose successes and failures are interlinked, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Great soldiers, I trust in you, your ability, beliefs and commitment to implement what has to be done on behalf of the United Nations. Go forward ! Good luck ! Port Au Prince, 31st August 2009
MA J GEN. FLORIANO PEIXOTO VIEIR A NETO

MINUSTAHS Force Commander

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Editorial 2007

From Cite Soleil to the borders of Haiti

2008 2009

Peacekeepers lead response to disasters in Haiti Challenges for all Senatorial elections

CIMIC activities
Not only soldiers

Medical assistance Engineering

Contribution to Haitian people

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Border Management

Operational Activities

Criminal Statistics

VIP and Journalist Visits

Medal Parades

Other components/ agencies Military Strenght and Commanders

EDITORIAL

MINUSTAHs Blue Helmets continue to champion goodwill projects in various Haitian communities. These highly trained professionals understand that their job as peacekeepers is not limited to security enforcement but also encompasses other humanitarian aspects. That is why many of the military contingents/units in the mission are stepping up efforts in organizing community outreach activities, providing humanitarian assistance and providing programs aimed at helping local communities. These activities are supported mainly from the units own resources. All MINUSTAHs military contingents continue to embody this good will spirit of reaching out to the Haitian communities within their various Areas of Responsability (AOR). Upon arrival, these contingents immediately hit the ground running, following in the footsteps of their predecessors, fully committed to carrying out their military tasks and determined to make life a little better for the local population. Therefore, the staff and officers of MINUSTAH will like to say to the military contingents. Keep up the good work! Your hard work and total dedication to duty were exemplary and has been fully noted. Indeed you are true ambassadors to your country.

Capt Pete Amadi Deputy Chief MPIO

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FROM CIT SOLEIL TO THE BORDERS OF HAITI

Despite having supported the Haitian authorities in successfully organizing national elections in 2006, MINUSTAH still faces major challenges: strengthening Haitis state institutions, assisting the Government to reform its rule-of-law structures, and assisting the Haitian authorities in the management of its porous borders. MINUSTAH still continues its rewarding endeavors of capacity building and security sector reform at all levels within the Haitian government. As a result, MINUSTAH continues to provide technical assistance and expert advice for the development of key institutions, including major ministries, the parliament, the judiciary and relevant local bodies.

2007
The year 2007 saw some important achievements in the stabilization of Haiti. Thanks to the comprehensive and targeted military operations conducted by the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) in early 2007, the security situation of the country improved significantly. For example, gangs in the urban areas were severely reduced to improve the overall security posture and enhance the Missions ability to take on additional tasks. The collaborative efforts and joint assessments between the Haitian Government and the United Nations were necessary to consolidate progress and create sustainable stability within Haiti. While a certain degree of political stability was achieved through the

holding of presidential, parliamentary and local elections in 2006, the security situation remained highly volatile. Organized crime cartels and gangs criminal activities were still a high concern, most notably in the poorest sections of the capital, Port-au-Prince. Lack of state authority over the citys largest shantytown areas, Cit Soleil and Martissant, in particular, undermined Haitian economic life due to their proximity to the port, airport and industrial zones. These, essentially no-go, areas presented a major challenge to stability and allowed the gangs and their leaders, who lived there, to operate with impunity. All negotiations with the Government over giving up their weapons voluntarily were rejected by the gangs powerful leaders. In July 2006, dialogue with mem-

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bers of armed groups initiated by the Government aimed at achieving voluntary disarmament that failed, prompting the Government and MINUSTAH to increase pressure on the gangs. In December 2006 following a dramatic increase in kidnappings, the Haitian Government requested MINUSTAH to go into Cit Soleil and Martissant. A series of intensive and intelligence-driven security operations in urban areas, particularly in Port-au-Prince and Gonaves, restored them to State authority. From 22 December 2006 to 28 February 2007, MINUSTAH military and police troops and the Haitian National Police (HNP) conducted a total of 19 security operations in Cit Soleil and Martissant. For instance, during operation Jauro Sud Americana, the peacekeepers captured those responsible for criminal activities in an environment of blind alleys, urban trenches, and cardboard labyrinths while exposed to intensive gun fire from the heavily armed gangs. On 24 January 2007, in a major move forward, peacekeepers took control of the so-called Blue House, a battered, four-storey building that provided gang members with a headquarters from which they fired at UN troops. The building was also used as a base for extortion of money from local businesses and vehicles travelling along National Highway One. In one week, peacekeepers took control of the area; they conducted cordon and search missions looking for weapons and criminals. They found stockpiles of rifles, drugs, false identity cards and

thousands of rounds of ammunition. The cordon and search missions were highly successful in dismantling the main gangs. The joint operations throughout the country led to the arrest of some 850 suspected gang members by the end of July. Among them were the gang leader known as Evens, wanted for multiple counts of kidnappings and murders. In retaliation, members of armed groups launched sustained counter-attacks, injuring six peacekeepers. However, armed resistance decreased markedly after two main gang leaders fled the area. As a result, the operations paved the way for the HNP, with the support of MINUSTAH, to return to

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those areas and in Cit Soleil to begin joint patrols in March. In other troubled Port-au-Prince neighborhoods such as Martissant, peacekeepers carried out joint patrols with UNPOL and Haitian National Police to combat gang activities, violence and crimes. On 22 January, an office was established co-locating MINUSTAH military, police and civilian components with the HNP. The joint law enforcement collaboration was

greatly appreciated by the population and led to a sharp decrease in the level of violence. The tactical, missions conducted under the Brazilian Force Commander and jointly between UNPOL and the HNP with the full support of the Haitian government led to the restoration of state authority to Haitis biggest shantytowns. The establishment of check points and regular joint patrols by MINUSTAH and the HNP enabled UN agencies and NGOs to return to work in a semi-permissive Cit Soleil and Martissant. In general, the crackdown by MINUSTAH and the HNP on the gangs and criminal networks in Cit Soleil and Martissant led to a major improvement to the overall security sector reform posture. For example, a significant decrease in kidnappings was a major achievement and contributed significantly to the stabilization of Haiti. Many people remembered this time as a critical turning point in stopping the violence and reestablishing peace and security in the capital. In others areas of the country, UN troops started patrolling difficult neighborhood like Raboteau in Gonaives where gangs had become entrenched. In early May, in the largest cities of the Haiti, MINUSTAH and the Haitian National Police stepped up security operations.

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As a result, during two months of intensified activity focusing largely on the volatile shanty towns, some 90 individuals were arrested. During this period, several hurricanes and tropical weather systems severely affected Haiti. In late October, Tropical Storm Noel swept across the island of Hispaniola with torrential rain and high winds in Haiti causing severe flooding and structural damage in the low-lying areas of Port-au-Prince and the southern and western parts of the country. In total, more than 73 Haitians were killed, 133 were injured, 21,726 were displaced from their homes and 3,852 dwellings were destroyed. MINUSTAH reacted swiftly: peacekeepers engaged in large-scale evacuations, carrying residents to safety by inflatable boats and sometimes on their backs. In addition, they provided food, water and medical, assistance to those in needs. During and after Tropical Storm Noel, peacekeeping troops rescued and evacuated more than 8,000 people and transported almost 18,000 to safe heavens throughout Haiti. The blue helmets provided them 36,000 meals and 75,400 liters of the water. In addition, 1,200 people received medical care. In October 2007, the United Nations extended the mandate of MINUSTAH for one year. In addition, the same mandate outlined the task of assisting the government of Haiti and improved its porous border control by developing a comprehensive border management strategy.

TROPICAL STORM NOEL (NOV 07) Number of vehicles used 110 Number of troops employed 809 Number of evacuated/ transported 8,246 people Number of patients treated 1,200 Water distributed 75,400 liters Food distributed from the unit 9,150 kg

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PEACEKEEPERS LEAD RESPONSE TO DISASTERS IN HAITI

2008 started off with promise and many thought the year would bring progress and stability. The success of MINUSTAH forces and the Haitian National Police cooperation in the ght against the gangs of Cite de Soleil and Martissant opened the doors for legitimate local governments as well as a more stable security environment.

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After a sharp decline in 2007, kidnappings increased during the first half of 2008, although they did not reach the levels observed in 2006. The monthly average of reported kid-nappings from December 2007 to February 2008 reached 28, up from 11 six months earlier. There were also indications that gangs were trying to reorganize. To counter kidnappings, MINUSTAH established a Joint Task Force to help prevent kidnappings and assist the HNP in the investigation process. With military support, HNP and UNPOL detained 374 suspects, mainly in February, as part of the MINUSTAH anti-kidnapping plan.

In addition more then 12,000 kilos of marijuana and 56 kilograms of cocaine were seized and destroyed. MINUSTAHs security operations included a combination of mobile and fixed checkpoints, more assertive patrols, targeted operations and a greater presence of foot patrols.

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Prime Minister, leaving Haiti without a fully functioning government. This led to four months of negotiations to obtain legislative approval for successors. MINUSTAHs security and deterrence presence manifested itself in various types of operations: including patrols, checkpoints, and the protection of key installations and facilities such as the national penitentiary. On 29 July, former members of the Haitian army occupied public buildings in Cap Hatien and Ouanaminthe. While posing no significant security threat, the incident did generate concern. The situation was rapidly and peaceably brought under control through the joint efforts of the Haitian National Police and MINUSTAH. The political, social and economic status of the country was slowly improving but remained extremely fragile. The increase in the prices of goods at the international level had a detrimental impacted the Haiti population. On 3 April in Les Cayes, a peaceful demonstration of several hundred people, protesting the rising cost of living, quickly turned to violent attacks against the government and MINUSTAH. In the following days, the protests spread to other cities, including Port-au-Prince. In the capital, demonstrators erected barricades at crossroads, set tires on fire and looted businesses and residences, resulting in several deaths, many injuries and considerable property damage. All available Haitian security forces, MINUSTAH military forces, and formed police units in Port-au-Prince and other large cities were mobilized to bring the situation under control. In the days that followed, they effectively contained the violence and averted the risk of an attack on the National Palace, as well as other key installations, while limiting collateral damage. The Senate voted on 12 April to censure the Government and the

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The lack of effective basic border management directly affected the joint efforts of the Haitian authorities and MINUSTAH to enhance security, the rule of law and institutional support. Given its 1,600 miles of unprotected coastline, its unguarded seaports and its numerous clandestine airstrips, Haiti is often used by illegal drug and arms traffickers creating renewed instability. Since January, MINUSTAH deployed military and police personnel to four major border crossing areas along the Dominican Republic. Routine air surveillance, using helicopters and the CASA 212, was also used along the border. MINUSTAH began patrolling Lake Azuie with two boats on 8 June 2008. MINUSTAH launched 16 high powered boats in seven different locations in support of the national Coast Guard to conduct water-borne patrols as deterrence to illicit activity.

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During the hurricane season, the country was ravaged by strong winds, heavy rains, and flooding. From late August to mid September 2008, four storms (Fay, Gustav, Hanna and Ike) hit Haiti. Nine of the ten Haitian departments were affected. The most affected area was the Artibonite Department where the town of Gonaives was completely flooded and the population in dire state. Gonaives became a muddy lake that trapped more then 250,000 people. Almost one third of local residents lost everything. Other areas suffered greatly as well. Across Haiti, 800,000 people were in urgent need of humanitarian aide; almost half were children. The hurricanes brought heavy casualties to Haiti during those two months, leaving around 1,000 people dead and 500 injured,

damaging more than 100,000 homes and destroying another 22,000 homes. It is hard to realize the destruction and desperation that was setting in as the Haitian people spent days in the floodwaters and mud. Most roads were impassible, with bridges torn away by the overflowing rivers and gaping holes preventing aid from moving by land. Meanwhile, MINUSTAH established an air bridge between the capital of Port-au-Prince and Gonaives, to reach the people in need.

HURRICANES/TROPICAL STORMS 2008 (FAY, GUSTAV, HANNA & IKE)

Number of vehicles used Number of troops employed Places Number of evacuated/ transported people Number of medical attendances Water distributed Food distributed from the units Food distributed in coordination with Agencies/ NGO/ Countries 246 1,394 26 9,102 381 166,500 litres 25,800 kg 113,500 kg

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Peacekeeping troops quickly responded with relief and rescue operations. Patients were evacuated to major hospitals in Port-au-Prince. Emergency food, water and medical treatment were provided by the troops deployed in the affected areas. Peacekeeping medical teams delivered three Haitian babies during tropical storm Hanna in Gonaives and the peacekeepers evacuated 35 children from the orphanage Evangelical Crusade in Croix-desBouquets.

Peacekeeping troops provided support in every way possible. All the MINUSTAHs military elements were mobilized to offer security to the transportation and distribution of humanitarian aid.

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On 7 November the Promesse Evangelique, a private school building in Petion-Ville collapsed on more than 300 children, teachers and other school staff. MINUSTAH reacted immediately supporting the Civil Protection Department of Haiti with all the manpower and equipment available for the rescue operation. 215 MINUSTAH military, 145 FPU and 85 UNPOL were mobilized for the operation.

MINUSTAH provided support in removing the rubble and assisted the HNP in maintaining security as a large crowd of onlookers gathered. Medical assistance and water from several MINUSTAH battalions were provided to the area. MINUSTAH also deployed lights and generators to the scene, as the rescue operations extended into the night. At last count, 93 were dead, 158 injured and 62 people unaccounted for.

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On 8th December 2008, MINUSTAH launched a multidimensional operation called Bouclier Bleu in support of End of Year security plan. Operation Bouclier Bleu was very successful in part as a result of an enhanced joint military/police patrol (day and night) element of the operation. These patrols were great deterrence to criminal activities in the area and significantly reduced the number of incidents recorded within the period in comparison with number of incidents recorded at the same period, the previous year. In fact, the last three months of 2008 was the first time in four years that recorded the lowest number of kidnappings cases, showing a total reduction of 20% in relation to the same period in the previous four years. The positive outcome of Operation Bouclier Bleu speaks volumes about the coordinated effort and detailed execution of the joint operation. Statistical data reflecting number of kidnappings from 2005 to 2007 confirm the viability of Operation Bouclier Bleu and other measu-res that were put in place to counter these criminal activities. Kidnappings Year Average Oct-Dec Average 2008 2007 2006 2005 23.09 19.67 41.66 49.44 18.50 21.67 56.33 86.44 % increase for Oct-Dec -19.9 9.8 35 75

MILITARY CASUALTIES
2007 Dead Injured (on duty only) 5 3 2008 2 15

Since the beginning of the mission 23 soldiers died, 129 were injured and 44 wounded

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CHALLENGES FOR ALL
The United Nations Mission in Haiti called for full participation of all political parties for the Senatorial Elections in April and June. One third of the senate was up for re-election and full participation was the best way to ensure the credibility and universal acceptance of the results in the impoverished Caribbean country.

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SENATORIAL ELECTIONS NS NS
One of MINUSTAHs tasks for the 2009 Senatorial Elections was to provide security and logistic support. The support and security provided by MINUSTAH soldiers covered the period leading up to, during and after the elections in the countrys ten departments. The military force started the execution of the Integrated Election Plan in October 2008 with the reconnaissance of the Voting Center (VC). The sensitive and non sensitive election materials were stored by MINUSTAH until their delivery to the VC. Providing a safe environment for the population of Haiti to exercise their right to vote was the primordial aim for MINUSTAH. To achieve this aim with limited resources versus the number of VC, MINUSTAH categorized by colors each VC based on the probability of disturbance and assigned forces accordingly. Of the 1463 VC, 163 were categorized as Red (high risk) and therefore required the presence of military personnel assisted by Formed Police Units (FPU) agents. The security for the Green (low risk) VC was provided by the Electoral Guard. HNP and UNPOL were responsible for the security of the Amber (medium risk) VC. In addition to the static security at each VC, MINUSTAH increased its number of patrols and prepositioned military personnel in strategic locations in order to respond quickly to any disturbance.

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FIRST ROUND OF THE SENATORIAL ELECTIONS NS

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The support to the first round of elections can definitely be classified as a large scale operation that lasted over five months. In total, 2,497 blue helmets from 15 contingents were deployed in direct support of the election. On the logistic side 272 vehicles were used, 3,409 emergency food rations and 8,873 litres of drinking water were consumed. On completion of the election the blue helmets recovered all the election material and returned them to the Voting Tabulation Center for processing. Notwithstanding the cancelation of the election in Central region by the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP), on the military side the overall operation was a success. As for any military operation, the after-action report enabled MINUSTAH his plan in order to do the second round of the Senatorial Election scheduled for 21 June 2009.

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SECOND ROUND OF THE SENATORIAL ELECTIONS S

The second round of Haiti Senatorial Elections took place on Sunday 21 June 2009 with 22 candidates vying for 11 open seats. To ensure a successful election, Haitis CEP, in coordination with MINUSTAH and the HNP put in place comprehensive security measures to prevent any violent activities that would potentially disrupt the election. According to the head of MINUSTAHs electoral section, MINUSTAHs forces and HNP were fully deployed throughout the country. They maintained Quick Reaction Forces (QRF), and conducted both static and mobile patrols in order to foster a favorable electoral atmosphere during the election the head of MINUSTAHs electoral section also stated that lessons learned from the first round senatorial election were appropriately implemented. MINUSTAHs support in the election process was not limited to security; troops also provided logistical and technical support to the CEP and delivered the electoral material to all the voting centers. In North Department, the military QRF were positioned in nineteen areas that were considered hot spots for political violence. Potential violence was deterred in those areas due to the presence of military forces patrolling neighborhoods ready to quell any eruption of violence that would disrupt the election. This second round of Senatorial Elections featured 1,370 voting centers and 9,267 voting booths. A total 4,569 blue helmets from 14 contingents were deployed in direct support of the election. Part of MINUSTAHs logistic support for the election included, 474 vehicles, 16 boats, 4 ZODIACs and 249 animals (including donkeys used by contingents to reach VC located in areas that were inaccessible by vehicle.)

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THANK YOU NOTE
I would like to thank and commend you all for a job well done. Once again you have played a critical role by going above and beyond the call of duty to make this second round of senatorial elections a successful operation without any significant incident. This outstanding performance is a true testimony to your professionalism, dedication to duties and great attention to details. Despite the challenges involved in planning and executing such an enormous task that involved deploying troops all around the country - including the most difficult areas to reach - you persevered and enthusiastically embraced these challenges wholeheartedly and gallantly accomplished your mission. It is apparent that each and every one of you has a full understanding of the overarching military security plan of the operation. You executed the plan excellently while drawing upon lessons learned from the previous election. You maintained a unity of effort working synergistically with all the other elements who were also involved in the electoral process. This kind of team work is highly commendable and highlights the fact that The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. For our contingents who are due to rotate back home in a few weeks, your performance in this final task has been exemplary. Your contribution to the stabilization of Haiti has been immense. You have brought great honor to yourselves and your army as a whole. Your loyalty and integrity were unquestionable and you are indeed true Ambassadors of your countries. Therefore, I strongly encourage you to continue to exhibit the same zeal and professionalism wherever you go. I wish you all a very safe trip home. Special thanks to Deputy Force Commander Major General Toro, Chief of Staff Colonel Girard and all members of my staff, whose relentless effort and dedication to assigned duties saw this operation through from the planning phases to its final execution. Thank you and keep up the good work! Also, a special thanks to all the men and women of UNPOL and other sections of MINUSTAH whose contributions in the electoral process were equally critical to the overall success of the election. Your ability to work together with the military as a team was highly appreciated and we look forward to the same cooperation and camaraderie in all our future endeavors. Finally, I understand that the lessons learned by the troops were observed during the elections to ensure the highest level of security, while creating an atmosphere that enabled Haitians to exercise their right to vote. We must therefore remain pro-active and continue to maintain the utmost degree of professionalism and initiative in order to safeguard this very important moment in the national life of Haiti. Keep you eyes on the prize and go forward! Major General FLORIANO PEIXOTO VIEIRA NETO Force Commander MINUSTAH

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NOT ONLY SOLDIERS...

Many troops do not limit themselves to being just soldiers. MINUSTAH military forces developed and participated in numerous humanitarian assistance programs to help the Haitian people, most of which are supported with units own resources. They are cleaning and repairing schools, donating classroom furniture and supplying children with school materials. The contingents also organize recreation activities for local orphanages, supply them with school materials and give them medical check-up. In fact, most contingents make contributing to the local communities a part of their daily work by offering medical services, dental care and even classes to local schools and aid with nutrition. When faced with someone in need, they try to help whenever they can. Contingents have set up community days to distribute food and water to schools and community centers. But nothing is quite as popular as water distribution. With many communities lacking clean drinking water, the establishment of weekly water distribution points has become a life saver for entire communities.

Military forces provided logistic support to Haitis largest vaccination campaign launched in November 2007. In August 2008, MINUSTAH military forces launched the campaign Back to School Solidarity benefitting over 15,000 students from kindergarten, primary and secondary schools. All MINUSTAH peacekeeping troops have forged cooperative bonds with the local Haitian population.

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SCHOOL CAMPAIGN
SCHOOL MATERIAL
2007 School Material Packages distributed Number of Children who benetted 4,000 2,903 2008 40,005 15,691

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ORPHANAGE SUPPORT
ORPHANAGE SUPPORT DATA
2007 Number of Orphanages supported Children benetted Water distributed in Litres Food distributed in Kilograms 50 7,729 2008 121 14,006 Jan-Jun 2009 179 19,396

3,078,510

3,205,800

306,820

7,659

172,472

98,394

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FOOD AND WATER DISTRIBUTION

CIMIC Activities
2007 Water Distribution (Litres) Water Distribution (benetted population) Meal distribution (cooked) (Kg) Food Distribution (non prepared) (Kg) 2,012,704 48,992 391,333 2008 1,853,192 126,058 5,354,834 Jan-Jun 2009 1,211,279 54,150 15,996

56,534

422,510

279,397

Quick Impact Projects

2007 Number of QIPs QIPs Funded by Reconciliation Fund (Norway) QIPs (from Civilians/ MINUSTAH, ARGBAT & SRIBAT) 36 8 2008 18 18 Jan-Jun 2009 3 -

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MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
2007 Medical Evacuations (MEDEVAC) Medical Consultations/Emergency Support Number of Birth (Helped by Military Doctor) 71 4,804 5 2008 79 15,793 4 Jan-Jun 2009 41 3,074 3

TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS
2007 Post-trafc accident support 60 2008 64 Jan-Jun 2009 23

ARGENTINIAN HOSPITAL
MEDICAL CONSULTATIONS Civilian non-UN (NGOs, Agencies etc) Local population (Without linkage with UN system) Total 2007 152 334 10,126 2008 194 275 9,660 Jan-Jun 2009 n/a n/a

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ENGINEERING CONTRIBUTION TO HAITIAN PEOPLE

Military engineers along with MINUSTAH Civil Affairs teams regularly initiate projects to improve the countrys infrastructure. They construct roads, pave and patch streets, repair soccer fields, carry out topographic surveys, dredge canals and dig wells for drinking water as a way to make a lasting impact.

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ENGINEERING WORKS
2007 Water wells (Number) Asphalt (Cubic meters) Road repair (Meters) without asphalt Water Supply to Units/ UN facilities (Litres) Technical Reconnaissances Topographic assessments Other Works 8 4,750 8,900 2,145,900 163 94 97 2008 9 3,454 8,800 2,557,068 163 95 77

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BORDER MANAGEMENT
MARITIME PATROLS & AIR OPERATIONS
2007 Maritime patrols (Hours) Air Operations (Hours) 281 4,637.78 2008 759 5,388.99

LAND BORDER DEPLOYMENTS

2007 Ouanaminthe (URUBAT 2) Belladere (NEPBAT I) Malpasse (JORBAT) Anse--Pitre (JORBAT) Number of boats 4 4 3 32 2008 1,861 1,749 1,144 1,302 Date started 01 Jan 08 22 Dec 07 01 Jan 08 01 Jan 08 Number of boats 3 2 2

MARITIME DEPLOYMENT ( PATROLS)

2009 Port Salut Fort Libert PAP (Killick) 217 410 436 2009 Gonaives Lake Azuei Jacmel 179 89 85

CASA 212 DEPLOYMENT ( AIR CONTROL)

Flight hours PAP 446.36 Date started 14 May 2008

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ROUTINE PATROLS
2007 Mechanized patrols Foot patrols Check Points & Strong points Escort of Convoys 30,138 12,753 7,731 168 2008 62,948 40,018 18,980 248

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CRIMINAL STATISTICS
Criminal Category
Kidnapping Murder Lynching Rape Assaults Domestic Violence Robbery Theft Total Cases

2007
237 490 NA 149 243 37 98 62 1,316

Criminal Category
Kidnapping Murder Lynching Rape Assaults Domestic Violence Robbery Theft Total Cases

2008
263 426 70 284 723 31 231 819 2,847

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VIP AND JOURNALIST VISITS

MINUSTAH has received several VIP visitors, heads of state, and leaders of international organizations. Also, Peacekeepers have consistently granted access to both international and local media organizations.

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MEDAL PARADES
At the completion of each tour of duty, the UN Special Representative for the Secretary General pins the peacekeepers at the UN medal ceremonies. This small gesture recognizes the personal sacrifices made in the name of peace for Haiti and its people. Soldiers are sent as peacekeepers because they know best that war is cruel and brutal. Peacekeepers keep the peace by enforcing the rule of law that maintains the stability. Consolidation of peace and stability in Haiti is a very worthy and rewarding experience. The United Nations Medal enables the peacekeeper to display their pride in service.

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OTHER COMPONENTS/ AGENCIES

Teamwork remains the hallmark of MINUSTAHs components. This is demonstrated daily through coordination and collaboration amongst these diverse agencies. MINUSTAH military forces have consistently coordinated efforts with UNPOL, FPUs and HNP in the area of security in order fulfill the UN mandate. Some of the notable activities include joint patrols (mounted and on foot), maritime patrols, as well as searches and checkpoint operations.

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UN INTERNATIONAL PEACEKEEPING DAY

The spirit of camaraderie continues to exist within the MINUSTAH components. During the celebration of this years UN International Peacekeeping Day, on 28 May 2009, MINUSTAHs military forces, UNPOL, FPU and civilians (both national and international) participated together in several activities to commemorate the event. Some of the activities during the event included cultural displays and demonstrations on crowd control techniques.

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MILITARY STRENGTH
Military Rotation
MINUSTAHs military staff officers and contingents welcome to the mission new staff officers and bid farewell to those officers who have successfully completed their tour of duty in Haiti. For these officers that are leaving the mission we say to you, have safe trip home, and thank you for your contribution, camaraderie and accomplishments. To those joining the mission, we say to you: Welcome aboard and we look forward to serving together with you in fulfilling the United Nations mandate in Haiti. List of outgoing staff officers
COL Martin GIRARD LT COL Prachanda CHAND MAJ Madhab Sunder KHADKA MAJ Narayan SILWAL MAJ Madan BANJARA MAJ Bikram Bahadur SHRESTHA MAJ Steve MANSER MAJ Hemantha EKANAYAKE LCDR Mauricio ADRIAN LCDR Carlos Eduardo PALHARES MAJ Freddie DE LA CRUZ MAJ Rodrigo Gabriel GALLO CDR Marcos Dos Santos SOARES MAJ Todd Anthony BALSIMO CDR Andrew Scott MCKINLEY LT COL Damir MILINOVIC CDR Reinaldo MEDEIROS LT COL Gustavo Rodriguez MORALES MAJ Luis Fernando FILARDI LT COL Helio DE ABREU LT COL Kent WEBBER Canada Nepal Nepal Nepal Nepal Nepal Canada Sri Lanka Peru Brazil Philippines Chile Brazil USA USA Croatia Brazil Uruguay Uruguay Brazil USA

List of incoming staff officers COL Bernard Gaetan OUELLETTE LTC Guillermo PAIVA CDR Silvio SANTAFE LTC Ravindra HANDUNPATHIRANA MAJ Ailton MATOS LT Fernando BRITO LT COL Richard LAMADRID LT COL Jose ALVAREZ MAJ Ariel REYES LT COL Fernando Cesar PEREIRA CDR Mark Dwain COX LT COL Anthony Wayne JOHNSON LT COL Cheryl Lynn LANKE LT COL Gilmar J. NASCIMENTO CDR Alexandre Teixeira PERES MAJ Sudeep PANTA MAJ Dinesh RAJAURE MAJ Radha THAPA MAJ Santosh THAPA MAJ Bishnu BASNET MAJ Amrit Ghotane GURUNG

Canada Chile Brazil Sri Lanka Brazil Brazil Uruguay Uruguay Philippine Brazil USA USA USA Brazil Brazil Nepal Nepal Nepal Nepal Nepal Nepal

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SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SECRETARY GENERAL

HDI ANNABI
(TUNISIE)
Mr. Annabi joined the United Nations in 1981, and served as Principal Officer in the Office of the Special Representative of the SecretaryGeneral for Humanitarian Affairs in South-East Asia. He was subsequently appointed Director of that Office. Between 1982 and 1991, he was closely associated with the efforts of the Secretary-General and his Special Representative to contribute to a comprehensive political settlement of the Cambodian problem. Mr. Annabi subsequently joined the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and served as Director of the Africa Division from 1993 to 1996. He was designated as Officer-in-charge of the Departments Office of Operations in June 1996. He served as Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations from January 1997 to August 2007 when he was appointed as Special Representative of the Secretary General in Haiti. Prior to joining the United Nations, Mr. Annabi was a member of Tunisias Foreign Service, where he served as Diplomatic Adviser to the Prime Minister before being appointed, in 1979, as Chairman and General Manager of the National News Agency (Agence Tunis-Afrique-Presse).

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PRINCIPAL DEPUTY SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SECRETARY GENERAL

LUIZ CARLOS DA COSTA
(BRAZIL)

Mr. Luiz Carlos da Costa has had a long and successful career with the United Nations. Mr. da Costa was appointed as the United Nations Secretary-Generals Principal Deputy Special Representative for the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) on 15 November 2006. Prior to this appointment, since September 2005 he had served as Deputy Special Representative for Operations and Rule of law for the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL). Previously, Mr. da Costa was the Director of the Logistics Support Division of the Office of Mission Support in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations in New York and the Director of Administration at the United Nations Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) . From November 1992 to June 2000, Mr. da Costa was Chief of Personnel Management and Support Service in the Field Administration and Logistics Division of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations in New York. Prior to that, Mr. da Costa served in a number of other positions at United Nations Headquarters, including in the Office of Human Resources Management and the then Department of Conference Services, having joined the Organization in 1969.

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FORCE COMMANDER
MAJOR-GENERAL FLORIANO PEIXOTO VIEIRA NETO
(BRAZIL)

Major General Floriano Peixoto started his military career in 1973 at the Agulhas Negras Military Academy in Resende, Rio de Janeiro, and graduated in 1976 as an Infantry Officer. His military career includes experience as an instructor at the Military Academy, Airborne School and Command General Staff College. From 1996 to 1998 he was assigned to the United States Military Academy (West Point) as a Brazilian Army Liaison Officer. In 2004 when Brazil sent its first contingent to Haiti, he was appointed as the Brigades Operations Officer. In November 2006 he was promoted to Major General and assigned to the position of the 12th Infantry Brigade Commander (Air Assault). Maj Gen Floriano Peixoto Vieira Neto was named Force Commander of MINUSTAH on 8 April 2009. On 8 April 2009, a handover ceremony was held at the Brazilian Battalion in Camp Charlie located at Tabarre. Deputy Force Commander, Major-General Ricardo Toro organized and led the military parade. The Special Representative of the Secretary General, Mr. Hedi Annabi, greeted the outgoing Force Commander, Lieutenant General Carlos Alberto dos Santos Cruz, as a man of action, leadership and vision and he pinned on him the United Nations medal. In his speech, Lt. Gen. Santos Cruz thanked his troops for their support in accomplishing their tasks in accordance with the rules established by the United Nations. I am sure that you will provide the same support to Maj Gen Floriano Peixoto Vieira Neto, your new Force Commander, who is a very competent Brazilian officer, he said. Present at the handover ceremony were the Haitian State Secretary for Public Security, several Ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Haiti, UN Police Commissioner, all contingent commanders, military staff officers and other guests.

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DEPUTY FORCE COMMANDER

MAJOR-GENERAL RICARDO TORO TASSARA (CHILE) Maj Gen Toro was named Deputy
Force Commander of MINUSTAH on 22 December 2008. He has vast experience as a troop commander. His command experience ranges from platoon level command to division level command. During his illustrious career, Maj Gen Toro spent some time as a member of faculty and staff at the Chilean War Staff College. As a General officer, he served as the Commander in Chief of the III Army Mountain Division from 2006 to 2007 and as the Army Personnel Director in 2008. Maj Gen Toro also participated in several international missions, to include a UN military Observer Mission in the Middle East (UNTSO) in 1993, Military and Naval Attach in South Africa from 2001 through 2002, and Chief Operations Officer for MINUSTAH military force in Haiti in 2005. Maj Gen Toro has several academic degrees: Master of Military Sciences; Master of International Business Management (MBA); and Master in Administration of Human Resources.

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CHIEF OF STAFF (from 15

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July 2008 to 27th July 2009)

COLONEL MARTIN GIRARD (CANADA) Colonel

Martin Girard was named Chief of Staff of MINUSTAH military component on the 15th of July 2008. He graduated from the Royal Military College with a bachelor degree in electrical engineering in 1986 and a Masters degree in Engineering Management in 1996. He has commanded as Commanding Officer, Canadian Forces Station Leitrim 2000-2002. During his tour as an exchange officer in 1st Armoured Division HQ and Signals Regiment, he served with the Regiment during the first Gulf War, from Oct 1990- Mar 1991. He also served in Bosnia from Oct 2002-May 2003. He was also Commandant of Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics, 2003-2005. Colonel Martin Girard has served numerous staff posts, as executive assistant, Canadian Forces D/J6 and Canadian Expeditionary Force Command J6.

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CHIEF OF STAFF (since 28

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July 2009)

COLONEL BERNARD GAETAN OUELLETTE (CANADA)

Colonel Bernard Ouellette was appointed Chief of Staff of the MINUSTAH July 28, 2009. His extensive experience commanding troops as an Infantry Officer span from platoon to brigade command with the Royal 22nd Regiment, the 4th Mechanized Brigade Group in Germany with NATO and in the 5th Mechanized Brigade Group in Qubec City. Colonel Ouellette is a graduate of the Canadian Forces Command and Staff College in Toronto and the National Security Program. He obtained three University degrees: a Bachelor of Business Administration, a Master of Arts in War Studies and a Master of Arts in Security, Defense Management and Politics. He also has significant senior staff experience at National Defense Headquarters in Ottawa where he was Director and Commandant of Officer Cadets at the Royal Military College in Kingston. Furthermore, he has commanded the Citadel of Qubec. Colonel Ouellette has participated in international missions with NATO and the UN. He commanded troops during the UNPROFOR mission in Croatia in 1995 during the Croats offensive in the Krajina. He trained troops at battle group and brigade level for deployment to Haiti, Bosnia and Afghanistan.

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