Like every January 28 from St. Kitts and Nevis we honor José Martí, an essential figure in the history of Cuba, Latin America and the world, whose independence and anti-imperialist thoughts mark the route of projects emancipators today.
US President Donald Trump lashes out against Cuba from day one and without pretext. The decision to reinstate the tough economic warfare measures against Cuba, which his predecessor removed just days before, proves the aggressiveness of US imperialism against the sovereignty, peace and welfare of the Cuban people. These measures comprise the inclusion of our country, once again, in the arbitrary list of States that allegedly sponsor terrorism, a designation that shows an absolute disregard for the truth.
The Government of Cuba has historically and persistently proposed to the Government of the United States of America to maintain a respectful, responsible dialogue, on the basis of sovereign equality, mutual benefit and mutual respect, without interference in the internal affairs of our countries. It has done so publicly, repeatedly by President Fidel Castro, by President Raúl Castro, by President Miguel Díaz-Canel and it has also done so repeatedly and respectfully in a private manner.
The Association of Cuban Residents in Saint Kitts and Nevis welcomes the most recent decision of the United States government regarding Cuba.
These measures are positive, but not sufficient. Our country needs to move forward without ties, the Cuban people deserve it. We continue to be subject to an economic, commercial and financial blockade, which must end.
Our association recognizes these measures as positive steps and that they correspond to our demands with a view to achieving a normalization of bilateral relations between both nations. However, we also consider that these measures are not sufficient because the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba is still in place and continues to impact Cuban families on a daily basis.
The SKN-Cuba Friends Association will continue to advocate for the total elimination of this blockade and we will continue to support our sister Cuba.