Havana, August 26 (RHC) -– At the 20th Sao Paulo Forum in Bolivia, Cuba defended the viability of Socialism amid the current world crisis, which causes violence, instability, discontent and insecurity in many countries.

The secretary of the International Relations Department of the Cuban Communist Party, Idalmis Brooks, told Prensa Latina news agency that a change in the world map has taken place since the beginning of the world crisis, due to the interests of the superpowers.

Brooks said that beyond its economic impact, the change has led to social protests and conflicts in regions such as the Middle East and has also favored a capitalist counter-offensive with marked strength in Latin America.

The Cuban representative also addressed the current economic transformations in his country by saying that they are aimed at preserving the achievements in the areas of health, education and in the social role of women.

Cuba promotes the idea that integration-based processes in this part of the world must be marked by unity and mutual respect for differences.

The Sao Paulo Forum opens with the political sessions, currently grouping 300 delegates from many left-wing parties attending the event in Bolivia.

Participants are analyzing the challenges posed on the regional integration process, the situation of their institutions, among other issues. The Forum will officially close on Friday, August 29th.