“Cuba’s participation in this Council has special significance, as it marks the fifth anniversary of receiving Observer State status in the Eurasian Economic Union; a young but dynamic group since its inception, comprised of nations with whom we share historical and fraternal ties, and with whom we share principles, values, and visions for building a more just and equitable international order,” the head of state stated.

“Five years ago, we not only formalized a link; we also opened a strategic chapter of dialogue and rapprochement for a future of greater exchange, integration, and cooperation,” he added.

In his address he denounced and warned the international community, once again, about the dangerous and threatening military escalation in the Caribbean by the United States government, the air and naval deployment in the region, and the threat of military aggression against Venezuela, all of which reveal the imperial, hegemonic, and criminal purpose of the US administration.

“This five-year period as observers in the Eurasian Economic Union allows us to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of what Cuba’s relationship with the Union has meant for it and the progress achieved so far, in our aspiration to achieve broader and more effective collaboration.

We reaffirm our shared position in defense of a new, fairer, more equitable, and more favorable global trade and financial order for the development of our countries, and especially for cooperation and exchange among the nations of the Global South,” the leader stated.

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