Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuban Minister of Foreign Affairs, thanked the nations of Ibero-America for their support of the United Nations General Assembly resolution of October 29, which demanded an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba.
Speaking at the virtual meeting of foreign ministers of Ibero-American countries, held this Monday, the Cuban Foreign Minister emphasized that, despite pressure from Washington, these nations remained firm in their support for the initiative presented at the United Nations (UN), Cubaminrex reported.
Bruno Rodríguez warned of threats to peace and security in the region and called for the rejection of the escalation of the current US offensive military deployment in the Caribbean Sea, considering it a violation of the UN Charter and International Law.
The minister stressed that preserving Latin America and the Caribbean as a Zone of Peace is a common interest and reiterated that cooperation is the main purpose of the Ibero-American Conference.
Cuba’s top diplomat emphasized the need to address the demands of the developing countries that make up the mechanism, in order to close the gap that separates them, which requires political will and solidarity.
Looking ahead to the next Ibero-American Summit in Madrid in 2026, Bruno Rodríguez stated that this forum must be consolidated as an inclusive and participatory space, where respect for diversity prevails and the consensus reached is preserved.
Cuba confirmed its commitment to contributing to the success of the summit, where it is hoped that progress will be made on cooperation proposals and the region will be reaffirmed as a benchmark for peace and understanding.
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[ SOURCE: AGENCIA CUBANA DE NOTICIAS ]
