The ZAST stated that it welcomes and firmly supports the position expressed by BRICS leaders, who voiced deep concern regarding the tightening of measures aimed at isolating the Caribbean island and the documented effects on its economy, energy supply, and humanitarian situation.

According to the Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Trust, the decision to insist on the need to end these economic, commercial, and financial measures—within the framework of broader principles such as sovereign equality, international law, multilateralism, and the right to development—is significant.

The statement notes that the majority of the countries oppose unilateral and secondary sanctions due to their potential consequences for human rights, health, and food security.

As an organization established to counter the adverse effects of sanctions on Zimbabwe and boost international solidarity against unilateral coercive measures, the ZAST expressed its solidarity with the people and government of Cuba.

At the same time, it highlighted the position of BRICS in support of Latin America and the Caribbean as a zone of peace founded on mutual respect, the peaceful settlement of disputes, and non-interference.

The ZAST calls upon governments, civil society organizations, academics, and grassroots organizations across Africa and the Global South to continue a constructive dialogue regarding the humanitarian and developmental consequences of unilateral coercive measures.

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