UN General Assembly
2023

Another pivotal theme of this general debate resonates deeply with us — that is. rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity, which now stands on shaky ground. It is worth emphasizing that no nation, large or small, can truly flourish amid such global turbulence. Particularly for smaller States like mine, which rely heavily on the consistent hum of global stability for essential sectors like tourism, the stakes are incredibly high. Our plea is simple. We beseech the world’s formidable nations to engage in dialogue and embrace mutual respect. Those are not just pathways to global peace, but also the avenues that ensure the prosperity of every citizen. Drawing on that theme of trust. I urge the United States to revisit its stance on Cuba. It is high time for the United States to remove Cuba from its list of State sponsors of terrorism — they know it is not true — and to bring an end to the outdated embargo that harms the Cuban populace. That policy against Cuba is cruel and wicked and ought to be addressed with urgency.