For the twenty-seventh time, the General Assembly of the United Nations will address on Wednesday the Cuban resolution on the need to end the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba.
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Congress of Mexico Urges to Cease Economic Siege against Cuba
Washington_ The Senate of the Republic of Mexico pronounced for the elimination of the blockade applied by the United States government against Cuba that began in 1962 and that has worsen with the government of President Donald Trump.
The proposal, supported by the benches of the upper house of Congress, calls on the US Senate to cease the policy of economic, financial and commercial siege against the neighboring island.
A pronouncement with the same purpose was made by the Congress of Mexico City, where they highlighted the damage to the Cuban people, despite the efforts of the government that practices inclusive social development policies.
This occurred when on this day Cuba is presenting an initiative before the General Assembly of the United Nations in which it requires Washington to conclude once and for all the blockade practice, which, it states, is the main obstacle to the economic and social development of the largest of the Antilles.
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G-77 and China Reaffirm Support for Cuba
New York _ The representative of Egypt, on behalf of the Group of 77 plus China (G77 + China), said that Cuba has contributed for many decades in the assistance to countries in need during environmental, health and other crises.
The support provided by Cuba and its doctors during the crisis caused by the Ebola epidemic that affected the West African countries recently is proof of this, he added.
Cuba also has many possibilities to develop projects in sectors such as health, environment, agriculture and others, with countries G77 + China.
The G77 + China wishes to reiterate its full support for the recommendations of the resolution that demands the cessation of the economic and financial blockade against Cuba. The urgency and need to put an end to this blockade is supported by collective efforts to achieve the objectives of the 2030 agenda.
They also called on the international community to increase its efforts to put an end to the blockade not only for the good of Cuba, but also to contribute to the global efforts to achieve the 2030 agenda.
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The Blockade Constitutes a Violation of the Development of Cuba
Washington_ The representative of the Venezuelan government, on behalf of the Movement of Non-Aligned Countries, spoke about how in the last 27 years the General Assembly has supported Cuba in the lifting of the economic and financial blockade implemented by the United States government, according to Cubadebate .
They also reiterated the firm rejection of the application of these measures against Cuba, because it is an extraterritorial policy that affects the economic development of the largest of the Antilles. In this regard, he call the United States government to withdraw it.
"The blockade constitutes a violation of Cuba's development, depriving it of interaction on the international level. The direct and indirect damage affects all vital sectors of the economy; Cuba is denied access to international markets and technology transfer”, the diplomat said.
He also reaffirmed that the prolongation of the blockade is totally absurd. "The economic damage produced amounts to more than 900 billion dollars, plus additional losses of 4 billion dollars."
He referred that 191 member states of the organization voted in favor of the resolution last year and that this constitutes an example of the unanimity of the countries to reject the blockade.
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A Policy opposing to the Spirit of Latin America as a Zone of Peace
New York _ On behalf of the Community of Latin American States (CELAC), the Salvadoran representative affirmed that the blockade causes considerable harm to the Cuban people and is contrary to the spirit of the Declaration of Latin America as a Zone of Peace, Cubadebate publishes.
We propose the energetic rejection of extraterritorial laws such as Helms-Burton and the pursuit of international financial transactions in Cuba.
The US Congress has the authority to end the blockade, he said. The president has the executive capacity to alleviate its effects.
CELAC considers that the return to Cuba of the territory occupied by the Guantánamo Naval Base should be relevant in the normalization process between both countries.
The Charter of the United Nations should not be subject to violation or impairment by any Member State.
The approval of this resolution had 191 votes in favor in 2017. CELAC will once again approve this resolution. We reiterate our call to the United States to listen to the demand of the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean to put an end to the economic, commercial and financial blockade against the Republic of Cuba. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Association of Southeast Asian Nations Votes against the Blockade
New York_ We want to express our support to end the economic and commercial economic blockade of the United States against Cuba.
We align ourselves with the statements of CELAC, Venezuela and China previously expressed not to allow interference in the internal affairs of Cuba.
There is no justification for an embargo against any country. The embargo affects the social and economic development of Cuba, and the quality of life of Cubans.
The member states of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) also voted unanimously in favor of the Resolution of the last 17 years. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CARICOM: Cuba is our Sister
New York _ Speaking before the plenary, the representative of Bahamas spoke on behalf of the 14 member countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
He stressed that the regional entity reiterates its opposition to the commercial and financial blockade against Cuba that exists almost since six decades ago. "This has caused much suffering in the Cuban people. The UN has repeatedly opposed to it. CARICOM states that this policy violates international law. This policy has a global rejection and violates multilateralism, the principle of sovereignty, and non-interference in the sovereignty. "
Later he stressed that Cuba maintains a very active cooperation with the region, especially from the commercial, health and infrastructure points of view. "It is an important economic partner. Cuba is a brother and so we feel it. In this context, the blockade is an obstacle to our development. "
He welcomed the process of restoring relations with the United States, but he said that "we are worried about the regression that has occurred in the last year".
"We support the resolution presented by Cuba and we think that the lifting of the blockade is a requirement for the normalization of relations in the region," he concluded.
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Islamic Conference: The Blockade also Affects Third Countries
New York_ We think that these unilateral actions go against the principles of the Charter of the United Nations. We are opposed to any kind of unilateral measure that affects the development of commercial, economic and other relations between countries of the world, Cubadebate publishes.
The blockade affects not only Cuba but also third countries and companies as it damages the commercial liberation that the international community is trying to achieve.
The countries of the world agreed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and as part of that they committed themselves to full compliance with the aspirations of the global community under the principle that no one should be left behind.
The blockade against Cuba prevents them from complying with the SDGs in their entirety. We run the risk, therefore, of leaving behind twelve million people.
The United States has the responsibility to end this embargo so that this nation can join in full capacity the fulfillment of these objectives. The ICO calls on the countries of the world to vote in favor of this resolution that demands the end of the Blockade.
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Support for Cuba's Demands Grows
New York _ In his turn before the General Assembly, the representative of Vietnam said that his country associates with the statements of Venezuela, Egypt and Singapore on behalf of NAM, the G77 and China and ASEAN on the need to end the blockade against Cuba.
The new sanctions imposed by the United States have increased the restrictions on Cuba, and damage the Cuban people, mainly the most vulnerable groups, including children and women.
Since 1992, when the first draft resolution was presented, the support for Cuba's legitimate claims grew, he said. The request to withdraw the blockade today represents a practically total call from the international community.
Blocks and other impositions only make things worse; Only through dialogue, trust and respect for the right of each nation to choose its path the problems are solved.
Today, Vietnam will vote in favor of the draft resolution against the blockade, and join the global demand for the Island to exercise its capacity to participate equally in international economic and trade relations on an equal basis.
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The United Nations Will Support the Cuba’s Resolution
New York _ The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) supports the resolution on the need to end the United States Blockade against Cuba. Likewise, it shares the opinion of the NAM and the G-77 plus China, Cubadebate publishes.
"The blockade against Cuba is a violation of the sovereignty of that country and its human rights," it said. The DPRK calls for the end of this policy.
The economic losses suffered by Cuba ascend to more than billions of dollars and our delegation is convinced that the resolution will be supported by the majority of the United Nations. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Jamaica Shows Disappointment at United States’ Disrespect
New York_ For his part, the Jamaican representative expressed his deep disappointment at having to present again this resolution to support the end of the United States blockade against Cuba.
"Our country has always supported this issue, and the blockade is an offense to the international community. Year after year the world supports Cuba but the United States disrespects us, "he said.
He also noted that Jamaica is concerned about the resurgence of the blockade against the Caribbean nation; Examples of this are the restriction of financial transactions, as well as the signing of the presidential memorandum against Cuba, the diplomat said.
"The US government expanded the application of the blockade of trade against the enemy, maintaining the legal framework that underpins the blockade. We are also concerned that US tourism to the island remains illegal. The extent of sanctions and the repercussions for banks constitutes a violation, "he said.
"Dealing with Cuba is essential; this is one of our closest neighbors. This relationship has caused the government to approve a motion in support of Cuba. "
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The United States Limits the Principles of Global Development Promoted by the UN
New York_ The representative of India to the UN echoed the declaration of the Group of 77 plus China and Venezuela. He assured that his mission observes and considers in the headquarters of the Assembly for several decades successive resolutions that demand the end of the economic blockade of the United States against Cuba, Cubadebate publishes.
"Last year, 191 states voted in favor of this resolution and demonstrated a consensus against instruments with extraterritorial effects that affect the law of third states," he said.
There is no doubt that the existence of this blockade limits the development of commercial, economic and support relations between Cuba and other countries and, therefore, limits the principles of collective development promoted by the UN.
India expressed its support for Cuba and its rejection of laws having extraterritorial effects; these laws affect the full development of human rights on the Island, including access to health, food and equality for women and girls.
The Indian representative acknowledged, however, that despite the blockade, Cuba has achieved many achievements in this area, including the fulfillment of several MDGs and has supported in solidarity with third countries in need.
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