Cuban Ambassador thanks Vietnam for its long-standing, consistent support at international forums
WVR - On the morning of October 28, in Hanoi, the Cuban Embassy in Vietnam held a press conference to provide information about the country's submission of a draft resolution to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), calling for an end to the economic, trade, and financial blockade imposed on Cuba.
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| Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Rogelio Polanco Fuentes speaks at the press conference. (Photo: Do Quyen) |
Speaking at the press conference, Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Rogelio Polanco Fuentes stated that the discussion and voting on the resolution will take place on October 28-29 at the UN headquarters in New York. This marks the 34th time since 1992 that Cuba has submitted this resolution to the UNGA, and over the years, the draft has garnered widespread support from the international community. In 2024, a similar resolution was passed with 187 votes in favour and 2 against.
The Ambassador expressed confidence that this year's vote will continue to receive support from the majority of member states, while highlighting that the resolution calls on countries to adhere to the UN Charter and the principles of international free trade.
According to Ambassador Rogelio Polanco Fuentes, the prolonged economic and financial restrictions over the decades have significantly impacted Cuba's socio-economic life, affecting sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, energy, tourism, and biotechnology. Specifically, from February 2024 to February 2025, Cuba estimates losses exceeding 7 billion USD.
However, the Ambassador affirmed that despite these challenges, Cuba continues to strive for social stability, develop biotechnology and healthcare sectors, and expand international cooperation.
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| Overview of the press conference. (Photo: Do Quyen) |
At the press conference, Ambassador Fuentes also expressed appreciation for Vietnam's long-standing and consistent support for Cuba at international forums, including Vietnam's regular backing of resolutions calling for an end to the embargo, as well as humanitarian support and bilateral cooperation in various fields.
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Government and people of Vietnam, as well as to all peace-loving and justice-seeking nations, for always standing by and supporting Cuba,” emphasized the Cuban Ambassador.
| On August 13, under the call of the Vietnam Red Cross Society Central Committee, a national-level launch ceremony for the program to support the Cuban people took place. This is a practical activity within the "Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Year 2025" on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Cuba (1960 - 2025). After more than three days of calls, by the afternoon of August 16, the program had received enthusiastic support from millions of Vietnamese people, with donations exceeding 250 billion VND, surpassing the target by more than three times. By the time the program concluded on October 16, the total amount had reached 615 billion VND — 9.5 times higher than the initial goal This is a vivid testament to the special, loyal, and steadfast friendship between the Vietnamese and Cuban peoples; it is also a valuable resource to help Cuba overcome difficulties, stabilize life, and continue to develop." |
