Mr. Chairman,
Cuba acknowledge and thanks the presence this morning with us of the top officials from Vienna Based International Organizations, notably Mr. Yukiya Amano, Mr. Li Yong and Mr. Lassina Zerbo.
Today we are celebrating the handover of the Chairmanship of the Vienna Chapter of the Group of 77 and China. Allow me to congratulate you, H.E. Ambassador, SIMON MADJUMO MARUTA and your country, Namibia, for its performance leading our group this year.
I also commend the Iran delegation and H.E. Ambassador REZA NAJAFI on its election to the Presidency of the Group of 77 and China and I promise the full cooperation of Cuba to ensure its successful management.
Mr. Chairman,
I would like to emphasize that the strength of our Group comes largely from our vast diversity. Our geographic, cultural, political and historical differences must constitute attributes enriching our actions and strengthening our cohesion.
The legitimate interests of our people depend on our capability to work together, strengthening our cooperation and consolidating the coordination of the Group. Cuba reiterates its commitment to the goals and principles that motivated the creation of this Group and with the building of a more just and supportive world where no one is left behind.
Thank you
(Embacuba Austria)