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10

2026

Statement by ambassador Rodolfo Benítez Verson, in explanation of vote regarding draft decision concerning the continued non-cooperation of the United States with the Universal Periodic Review mechanism

Cuba denounces that the United States is the only country that has refused to participate in a Universal Periodic Review cycle without even submitting its report, which we consider an attack on the universality of the mechanism and the principle of sovereign equality. We accuse that country of double standards and serious human rights violations, including the treatment of migrants, police brutality, racial discrimination, mass incarceration, military interventions, and unilateral coercive measures—chief among them the blockade against Cuba. Therefore, Cuba supports draft decision L.1 and demands that Washington present itself for review and account for its actions

Nov

10

2026

Human Rights Council rejects United States’ attempt To evade scrutiny

The Human Rights Council unanimously adopted a decision rejecting the United States' refusal to account for its actions before the body and demanding that it reverse its stance. Explaining Cuba's endorsement, Ambassador Rodolfo Benítez Verson condemned Washington's double standards, pointing to serious human rights violations—such as racism against migrants, police brutality, military interventions, and unilateral coercive measures including the blockade against Cuba—and demanded that the U.S. submit to the review

Nov

10

2026

Statement by Second Secretary Aimé Triana Sevajanes at the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Ireland | Human Rights Council

Cuba recognizes the commitment of Ireland to the Universal Periodic Review and urges it to strengthen the equitable participation of women in political life and close the gender wage gap. We recommend reinforcing the equality and inclusion of the Traveller and Roma communities, ratifying the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance, and improving access to healthcare through universal coverage.

Nov

09

2026

Statement by Second Secretary Aimé Triana Sevajanes at the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Thailand | Human Rights Council

Cuba recognizes the commitment of Thailand to the Universal Periodic Review and welcomes its progress in community care and the protection of older persons, particularly through the Third National Plan for Older Persons (2023–2037). We recommend continuing the implementation of the Fourth Educational Plan for Persons with Disabilities, furthering the development of telemedicine, telepharmacy, and digital health data management, and maintaining the Second National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights

Nov

09

2026

Statement by Second Secretary Aimé Triana Sevajanes at the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Trinidad and Tobago | Human Rights Council

Cuba recognizes Trinidad and Tobago’s commitment to the Universal Periodic Review and recommends addressing political corruption and repeated States of Emergency that suspend civil liberties, as well as improving detention conditions and access to healthcare in prisons. It also recommends prohibiting the dismissal of pregnant workers, expanding legislation against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and amending discriminatory provisions in immigration law.

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