When the sun rises over Havana, the echoes of a more than 60-year-old blockade still shape daily life across the island. On Tuesday, the Chinese mainland\u0007s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian urged the United States to lift its long-standing sanctions and comprehensive blockade on Cuba.
Lin highlighted that over six decades of unilateral measures have inflicted profound suffering on Cuba\u0007s residents, stalling economic growth and restricting essential imports. "Sanctions should be lifted immediately instead of being intensified," he said at a regular press briefing, underscoring the impact on both sovereignty and human dignity.
The spokesperson also called on Washington to remove Cuba from its list of "state sponsors of terrorism," labeling the designation as "politically motivated and counterproductive." He argued that dropping the label could pave the way for greater international collaboration and economic recovery.
The Chinese mainland affirmed its firm support for Cuba\u0007s chosen development path, advocating for sustainable initiatives\u0007from renewable energy ventures to digital infrastructure upgrades\u0007that align with the island\u0007s national conditions.
Turning the spotlight back on the US, Lin challenged Washington to reflect on its own human rights record. He pointed to Guantanamo Bay and other practices that have attracted global criticism. "If the US side truly cares about human rights," he said, "it should look at its own track record."
As diplomats debate the future of US-Cuba relations, globally minded readers\u0007from business innovators to sustainability advocates\u0007are watching closely. Will this call from the Chinese mainland spark policy shifts, or will the status quo hold? Share your take in the comments.
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China urges U.S. to lift blockade and sanctions against Cuba
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