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    "id": 1339885,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Homa Bay Town, ODM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Peter Kaluma",
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    "content": "It has been recently reported in print and electronic media that the Government of the Republic of Kenya is to contribute approximately 1,000 police officers to a multinational force to assist Haiti as the country as it contends with widespread gang violence following approval by United Nations Security Council (UNSC). However, as a country, it is important to approach this issue with utmost consideration, for it raises questions that do not resonate with the primary duty of our National Police Service which is to maintain internal security, law and order. Our police service’s primary duty is to protect its citizens against any internal and external threats. It is vital to recognise the context of Haiti, plagued by decades of violent internal strife and a history of successful coups against its last four presidents. This backdrop adds a layer of complexity to Kenya’s planned foreign intervention mission. We cannot overlook the unfortunate instances where Kenyan police have encountered grave danger while combating insecurity even on home soil. Regrettably, the Government has neither provided clear communication or explanations to Kenyans, nor their representatives in the National Assembly, concerning the mission, the level of training of the officers, scope of their involvement in the mission, and most importantly, the measures in place to ensure their safety and well-being of their families. Of want, there is uncertainty as to whether the Republic of Haiti is a reciprocating country within the meaning of Section 107 of the National Police Service Act to qualify for service of Kenyan Police officers. Article 238(1) underscores the importance of national security, encompassing the protection of our territory and protection of our people. Since the country has been witnessing a surge in insecurity in various parts of the country, it is imperative for the Government to conduct an assessment to ensure that our homeland security is not compromised. This is a matter of utmost importance to our nation and warrants thorough deliberation and careful consideration by this House. It is against this background that I now seek leave for adjournment of the House to discuss this matter of great national concern. Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker."
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