General Assembly renews long-standing call for end to US embargo against Cuba
October 30, 2024
United Nations, Oct 30 (Prensa Latina) – The United Nations General Assembly today renewed its long-standing call for an end to the United States’ economic, commercial and financial embargo against Cuba.
The resolution, which was adopted by a vote of 185 in favor, two against (the United States and Israel), and two abstentions (Ukraine and Moldova), urges the United States to lift the embargo and fully comply with the relevant resolutions of the General Assembly.
This is the 30th consecutive year that the General Assembly has called for an end to the embargo. The resolution was first adopted in 1992, and it has been supported by an overwhelming majority of member states every year since then.
In its resolution, the General Assembly expresses deep concern about the negative impact of the embargo on the Cuban people and economy. The resolution notes that the embargo has caused significant damage to Cuba’s economy, estimated at over $130 billion. The embargo has also made it difficult for Cuba to import essential goods, including food and medicine.
The resolution also expresses concern about the extraterritorial effects of the embargo. The resolution notes that the embargo has had a negative impact on Cuba’s ability to trade with other countries. The embargo has also made it difficult for Cuban citizens to travel and to send and receive remittances.
The General Assembly calls upon the United States to take immediate steps to lift the embargo. The resolution urges the United States to end all economic, commercial and financial measures against Cuba, including the trade embargo, the blockade of Cuban ports, and the restrictions on remittances.
The resolution also calls upon the United States to cooperate with Cuba to resolve outstanding issues, including the return of the Guantanamo Bay Naval Station to Cuba.
The adoption of the resolution is a significant victory for Cuba and for the international community. The resolution sends a clear message to the United States that the embargo is unacceptable and that it must be lifted.
General Assembly renews long-standing call for end to US embargo against Cuba
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