European Parliament Calls for End to U.S. Economic Blockade on Cuba
The legislators emphasized that the blockade not only suffocates the Cuban economy but also limits access to essential resources needed to develop sustainable energy infrastructure. Oct 24, 2024 Photo: @Europarl_EN
October 24, 2024 Hour: 6:25 pm
This blockade has been repeatedly condemned by the majority of countries in the UN General Assembly, highlighting the resilience of the Cuban people in resisting these unilateral coercive measures for decades.
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A group of 30 members of the European Parliament has demanded in Brussels the immediate end of the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba.
In a recent meeting, these Europarliamentarians called for the lifting of the blockade and for Cuba’s removal from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The representatives expressed their solidarity with the Cuban people, who are currently facing severe difficulties due to energy problems and the consequences of Hurricane Oscar.
The lawmakers emphasized that the blockade not only suffocates the Cuban economy but also limits access to essential resources needed to develop sustainable energy infrastructure.
Furthermore, they denounced that Cuba’s inclusion on the list of state sponsors of terrorism complicates its situation even further, hindering financial flows and international cooperation.
This blockade has been repeatedly condemned by the majority of countries in the UN General Assembly, highlighting the resilience of the Cuban people in resisting these unilateral coercive measures for decades.
The Europarliamentarians pointed out that the blockade represents not just a political attack but also a violation of international law. They stressed how these measures have severely restricted sustainable development opportunities on the island.
Autor: MLM
Fuente: Cubadebate
