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Apr

14

2025

Statement by Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations, in the general debate of the fourth session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent.

Mr. President,

Cubans are Afro-Latin Americans. The culture, traditions, idiosyncrasies and popular religiosity of Cuba are deeply mixed. Cuban law prohibits the advocacy of hatred, xenophobia, intolerance, racist ideas and all forms of discrimination.

Our commitment to the implementation of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action is unwavering, as is our strict compliance with the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.

Mar

27

2025

STATEMENT DELIVERED BY H.E. AMBASSADOR ERNESTO SOBERÓN GUZMÁN, PERMANENT REPRESENTATIVE OF CUBA TO THE UNITED NATIONS, IN THE MEETING TO COMMEMORATE THE THIRD ANNIVERSARY OF THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF ZERO WASTE

H.E. Ms. Emine Erdoğan, First Lady of the Republic of Türkiye;

We appreciate the opportunity to participate in this space to commemorate the third anniversary of International Day of Zero Waste.

We applaud this important initiative to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns, including local and national Zero Waste projects to promote environmentally sound waste management.

Mar

25

2025

Statement by Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations, at the Intersessional Consultations of the Preparatory Committee for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development.

Distinguished co-facilitators:

We would like to express our appreciation for the work you have done in preparing the first draft of the outcome document of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD). As we have previously emphasized, this process is of utmost importance for our delegation.

We align with the statement delivered by Iraq on behalf of G77 and China and Palau on behalf of AOSIS.

Mar

25

2025

Statement by Ambassador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations, in the General Assembly meeting to commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade

Mr. President,

The alarming manifestations of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related forms of intolerance that we are witnessing today, particularly in some of the most developed societies, underscore the relevance of commemorating the International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

Mar

19

2025

INTERVENTION BY OSMAYDA HERNÁNDEZ BELEÑO, MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL SECRETARIAT OF THE WFC IN INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE: “CONSERVATION AND REHABILITATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT.”

Mr. President,

In Cuba, policies and programs for conservation, protection and climate resilience have an integrated vision that defines the dimensions of a project of social justice and equity.

Article 75 of the Constitution of the Republic affirms the right of all citizens to enjoy a healthy and balanced environment and, at the same time, its relationship with the sustainable economic and social development of the country.

Mar

19

2025

Speech by Zonya Rivero López, Second Secretary of the Federation of Cuban Women (FMC), at the High Level Interactive Dialogue: “Peaceful and Inclusive Societies”.

Mr. President,

In Cuba, the promotion of peace, inclusion and social justice is an integral part of the State's policies and actions as a condition for achieving sustainable development. In line with the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs, it contributes to the maintenance of international and regional peace, security and stability, as well as to the application of international law.

Mar

18

2025

Intervention by Zonya Rivero López, Second Secretary of the Federation of Cuban Women (FMC), at the High Level Interactive Dialogue: “Freedom from violence, stigma and stereotypes”.

Mr. President,

The Cuban Constitution recognizes the right to a life free of violence. It affirms the importance of prevention and strengthens the responsibility of the State in implementing legal standards, public policies and improving mechanisms for the protection of victims.

Mar

18

2025

INTERVENTION BY OSMAYDA HERNÁNDEZ BELEÑO, MEMBER OF THE WFC NATIONAL SECRETARIAT IN INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE: PARTICIPATION, ACCOUNTABILITY AND GENDER-SENSITIVE INSTITUTIONS.

Mr. President,

Presidential Decree 198, National Program for the Advancement of Women, summarizes the feelings and political will of the State and gives continuity to the advancement and progress of gender equality in the country.

Its coordination, at the highest level, evaluates the progress in gender issues and the compliance of agencies, institutions and organizations, which is one of the main tools for guaranteeing human rights and the progress of women.

Mar

17

2025

INTERVENTION BY OSMAYDA HERNÁNDEZ BELEÑO, MEMBER OF THE WFC NATIONAL SECRETARIAT IN INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE: POVERTY ERADICATION, SOCIAL PROTECTION AND SOCIAL SERVICES

Mr. President,

In my country, social policy is closely linked to inclusion and social protection. From a rights-based approach and a comprehensive vision, it includes the guarantee of basic welfare, attention to social risks, as well as poverty and inequality. It includes programs in various sectors such as health, education, housing, employment, security and social assistance.

Mar

17

2025

INTERVENTION BY OSMAYDA HERNÁNDEZ BELEÑO, FMC IN INTERACTIVE DIALOGUE: INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT, SHARED PROSPERITY AND DECENT WORK

Mr. President:

In several of its articles, the Constitution of the Republic of Cuba, recognizes work as a fundamental right. It establishes that all persons shall receive equal pay for equal work, without discrimination. It guarantees the right to protection, safety and hygiene in the workplace. It also states that all persons capable of working have the right to decent employment.

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