Geneva.— Cuba reaffirmed, in this city, its commitment to guaranteeing the exercise of all human rights by all citizens, in the context of Human Rights Day, celebrated today, December 10.
In a statement read before the United Nations Office, the island’s permanent commission highlighted that the triumph of the Revolution, on January1, 1959, saw the people secure their true independence and full respect for the rights of all citizens.
Cuba has achieved a high human development index according to a 2014 report by the UN, which places the Caribbean nation 44th out of 187 nations worldwide.
The delegation emphasized that such achievements have been realized despite the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the U.S. for over five decades.
It also noted that the consolidation of free healthcare and education for all, full elimination of gender based discrimination under the law, and environmental protection are among state policies which guarantee the full exercise of human rights.
