These condemnations highlight the consequences of a measure that hinders Cuba’s development and affects its population’s living conditions, as well as the restrictions Washington imposes on the economic relations that third countries may have with the Caribbean nation.

In statements to Prensa Latina, Emiliano Lopez, a professor at the National University of La Plata, Argentina, condemned Washington’s actions, noting that Cuba serves as an example of resistance and defends sovereignty for the peoples of Latin America.

Gabriel Chan, of the Communist Youth League of China, reiterated firm support for “the just struggle of the Cuban people against imperialism and hegemony,” while also expressing opposition to the sanctions and the US blockade.

Lujan Veiga, from Argentina, told Prensa Latina that the island has always stood with the peoples of the world, adding that supporting Cuba now is an ethical, moral, and political obligation.

Luis Alejandro, an Ecuadorian teacher at a Chinese school, affirmed that Latin American peoples maintain their bonds of brotherhood with Cuba, even when some of their governments choose to support the United States.

An Nie, a Chinese citizen, expressed her support for the island and highlighted the historic friendship between the two nations.

Ema, a Chinese cultural promoter, hopes more people in her country visit Cuba and help break barriers that hinder a true understanding of the Caribbean nation’s reality.

In comments to Prensa Latina, Chinese academician Pan Deng questioned the legality of US sanctions, affirming that the blockade and energy-related restrictions contradict the principles of the United Nations Charter. jdt/iff/ro/idm