New York, 21 June 2018. On the afternoon of June 19, a representation of the Black Caucus of New Jersey Legislative Assembly held a fraternal meeting with the Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations, Ambassador Anayansi Rodriguez Camejo.
The group of legislators was led by Senator (D) Ronald Rice, Chair of the Caucus, and included Senator (D) Nia Gill and Legislators Gordon Johnson, Speaker Pro-Tempore of the State Assembly, Shanique Speight and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, as well as Mr. Reynaldo Martinez, Councilman of the Borough of Haledon in New Jersey.
The head of the Cuban diplomatic mission was accompanied by officers of that legation, Mr. Jorge Peña and Mr. Karell Lussón.
At the meeting, the participants exchanged views on bilateral relations between Cuba and the United States, particularly on the current state of relations and the setback experienced since the decision of President Donald Trump's administration to intensify the policy of hostility against the island.
The Permanent Representative of Cuba provided visitors with an update on the results of the recent general elections process in the Caribbean nation, as well as details of recent achievements in terms of promotion of women's rights, education and health.
Both sides also reviewed some proposals and possibilities for cooperation between Cuba and the State of New Jersey.
The Black Caucus of New Jersey Legislative Assembly was founded in 1979. It focuses on promoting and advocating the rights of African-American citizens, women and other minorities and vulnerable population sectors in that State. Its members are part of the growing sector of U.S. legislators advocating for the normalization of relations with Cuba.
Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations.