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Palestine at the 25th ALBA-TCP Political Council: The Alliance is proof that another world is possible through unity

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – Fadi Alzaben, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the State of Palestine accredited to Venezuela, expressed his gratitude this Saturday for the support of the member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America–Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) in the face of the ongoing imperialist aggression. Speaking at the […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – Fadi Alzaben, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the State of Palestine accredited to Venezuela, expressed his gratitude this Saturday for the support of the member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America–Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) in the face of the ongoing imperialist aggression.

Speaking at the 25th ALBA-TCP Political Council, held in Caracas, he emphasized that the Alliance serves as an example that another world is possible through unity and urged its members to remain coordinated in defending the peoples of the world.

“We call on all nations to support the initiative for reconstruction and a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, as well as to denounce the violations of ceasefire agreements,” he stated.

He also praised economic initiatives such as the creation of AgroALBA, ALBASUR, and the ALBA Bank.

“The dire global situation is putting the foundations of the international order to the test, shaken by Israel and its allies. We must continue working for the Palestinian people,” he concluded.

Honduras calls for the lifting of unilateral coercive measures at the 25th ALBA-TCP Political Council

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – Scarleth Ivette Romero, Ambassador of Honduras to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, emphasized that Honduras remains firm in its call for the United States to end unilateral coercive measures against Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba. Speaking this Saturday from Venezuela during the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – Scarleth Ivette Romero, Ambassador of Honduras to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, emphasized that Honduras remains firm in its call for the United States to end unilateral coercive measures against Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba.

Speaking this Saturday from Venezuela during the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America–Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), held as part of the agreements reached at the 12th Extraordinary Summit of the regional bloc in February of this year, Romero reaffirmed Honduras’ stance.

“We reaffirm our struggle for Cuba to be removed from the list of sanctioned and so-called terrorist countries, for the lifting of unilateral coercive measures against Nicaragua and Venezuela, and we express our solidarity with their peoples,” she stated.

She further asserted that, as nations of the same region, they must uphold democracy as a genuine process.

Romero also reiterated the invitation to the ninth Summit of Heads of State, scheduled for April 7–9 in Tegucigalpa.

Saint Lucia at the ALBA Political Council: We must remain united to confront the resurgence of fascism

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – “Our America is currently witnessing the resurgence of fascism; the peoples and governments of Our America remain united to confront these phenomena,” declared Peter Lansiquot, Ambassador and National Coordinator of Saint Lucia to the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), this Saturday. During […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – “Our America is currently witnessing the resurgence of fascism; the peoples and governments of Our America remain united to confront these phenomena,” declared Peter Lansiquot, Ambassador and National Coordinator of Saint Lucia to the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), this Saturday.

During the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance, held in Caracas, Lansiquot emphasized the need to ensure the economic viability of our member states if we are to withstand the onslaught of imperialism.

He denounced that neocolonialism reveals its worst face in the ‘massacre of dozens of innocent Palestinian children’. In his view, this represents a major political contradiction of imperialism, he added, while also stressing: “We, the countries of ALBA-TCP, will continue to raise our voices against the ridiculous and criminal actions taken against our peoples in Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua.”

The diplomat highlighted: “We will not be swayed when it comes to solidarity with Cuba. Solidarity with Cuba is non-negotiable and is not for sale.”

In his opinion, unilateral sanctions are failed measures. Furthermore, he condemned the misrepresentation of ALBA-TCP member countries in allegations of human trafficking, and urged continued efforts to defend the unity of the regional bloc.

Saint Kitts and Nevis commits at the ALBA-TCP Political Council to debating the economic and financial situation in the Western Hemisphere

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry and Commerce, Consumer Affairs, Economic Development, and Investment of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Denzil Douglas, reaffirmed this Saturday his commitment to maintaining the discussion on the economic and financial situation in the Western Hemisphere. During the 25th Political Council […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry and Commerce, Consumer Affairs, Economic Development, and Investment of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Denzil Douglas, reaffirmed this Saturday his commitment to maintaining the discussion on the economic and financial situation in the Western Hemisphere.

During the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America–Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), held this Saturday in Venezuela as part of the agreements reached at the 12th Extraordinary Summit of the regional bloc in February of this year, Douglas emphasized that this gathering provides an opportunity to reaffirm commitments to economic and trade principles aimed at advancing the prosperity of the peoples.

“We have seen how discussions on regional transportation factors have highlighted a challenge that has weakened the region’s economic capacity,” he stated.

He further added, “We reaffirm our commitment to building capacity in the transportation sector, strengthening tourism, and enhancing trade exchanges within the framework of the work agenda.”

He also stressed the importance of continuing the development of Artificial Intelligence to ensure its positive impact on progress.

Grenada at the 25th ALBA-TCP Political Council: The Alliance is the ideal instrument for providing the services the region needs

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – During the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), held in Caracas, Venezuela, the Minister for Economic Development of Grenada, Lennox Andrews, affirmed that the island reaffirms its commitment to the sovereign right of peoples to make decisions without […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – During the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), held in Caracas, Venezuela, the Minister for Economic Development of Grenada, Lennox Andrews, affirmed that the island reaffirms its commitment to the sovereign right of peoples to make decisions without the interference of other nations.

He also emphasized that ALBA-TCP is the ideal instrument for producing the goods and services we consume and need, calling for continued efforts to strengthen common economic plans.

Andrews pointed out that, at present, the nationalist decisions made by the United States reveal contradictions in their application. “It is up to us to work together, sharing our time, our talents, and our resources so that we can be truly independent, free from dependence on those metropolises that seek to dominate us,” he declared.

Speaking from the Casa Amarilla ‘Antonio José de Sucre’, he highlighted that Grenada makes all its economic development mechanisms available to ALBA to contribute to the sovereignty of the region’s peoples.

The Minister of Economic Development of Grenada once again condemned the blockade and sanctions against Cuba and underscored the solidarity of the largest island in the Antilles with Latin America and the world. “I call on the United States administration to put an end to this discourse against Cuba (…) If we must lose our visas to safeguard our people’s health with Cuban doctors, we will do so,” he added.

Finally, he reaffirmed that Grenada remains committed to the Bolivarian Alliance, recognizing it as the regional bloc that defends integration and solidarity.

25th ALBA-TCP Political Council | Bolivia advocates for unity as a political strategy for the defense of the peoples

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Plurinational State of Bolivia, through the voice of its Minister of Foreign Affairs, Celinda Sosa, emphasized at the 25th Meeting of the Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) the need to continue fighting for justice and the integration […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Plurinational State of Bolivia, through the voice of its Minister of Foreign Affairs, Celinda Sosa, emphasized at the 25th Meeting of the Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) the need to continue fighting for justice and the integration of our peoples at this crucial moment in world history.

“Today, we will outline a political roadmap to strengthen the pillars of the Alliance and establish a common agenda for the defense of human rights,” Sosa stated from the Casa Amarilla ‘Antonio José de Sucre’ in Caracas.

Bolivia’s Foreign Minister added: “We are convinced that solidarity and unity among our nations are a necessary political strategy (…) We will continue denouncing impunity, as well as the attacks by Israel against the Palestinian people.”

Sosa emphasized that the peace demanded by the Global South is intrinsically linked to the dignity of human beings. She also firmly rejected, on behalf of the Bolivian government, the unilateral measures imposed against the Republics of Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua.

She underscored: “If there is a place from which we must respond to the threats looming over us, it is through the integration of Our America. That is why it is essential for this Council to support the initiatives of each member of the Alliance. We must consolidate integration to position ourselves as a force in international arenas.”

Nicaragua at the 25th ALBA-TCP Political Council: We will continue to promote the Anti-Imperialist and Anti-Fascist struggle

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – Nicaragua’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Valdrack Jaentschke, affirmed this Saturday that his country reiterates before the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America–Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) its commitment to continuing the anti-imperialist and anti-fascist struggle. Speaking at the ALBA-TCP Political Council held in Venezuela, he stressed the need for […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – Nicaragua’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Valdrack Jaentschke, affirmed this Saturday that his country reiterates before the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America–Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) its commitment to continuing the anti-imperialist and anti-fascist struggle.

Speaking at the ALBA-TCP Political Council held in Venezuela, he stressed the need for member countries to remain united.

“We express our solidarity with Venezuela, which is suffering the onslaught of imperialism, and we support the struggle for the return of kidnapped migrants. We also extend our solidarity to Cuba and its resistance against the blockade imposed by the United States,” he stated.

Finally, he declared: “We will continue to denounce the genocide carried out by Israel and all the murders and crimes it has perpetrated worldwide.”

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines advocates for defending ALBA-TCP unity against imperial sieges

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, and Consumer Affairs of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Frederick Stephenson, warned during the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) that multilateralism is currently under siege. “Our ALBA-TCP has been called […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, and Consumer Affairs of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Frederick Stephenson, warned during the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) that multilateralism is currently under siege.

“Our ALBA-TCP has been called upon to prevent the destruction of the world. We must defend the unity of our ALBA in the face of global destruction,” he reiterated, while also calling for a firm commitment to solidarity, mutual respect, and the sovereignty of the peoples of the Alliance.

Speaking on behalf of his nation, Stephenson rejected unilateral sanctions, condemning them as illegal and having no place in the international system.

“Saint Vincent and the Grenadines rejects all coercive measures; we call for their elimination, as well as for Cuba’s removal from the list of alleged terrorist countries,” he stated.

In his view, it is crucial to revitalize ALBA’s efforts to protect territories from climate change and to strengthen health and economic mechanisms. “Solidarity is not just the answer—it is the only answer,” he declared.

To conclude, the Foreign Minister reaffirmed Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ commitment to the principles of the regional bloc, in order to continue promoting the development of the Global South.

25th ALBA-TCP Political Council | Cuba rejects deportations and cruel treatment of Venezuelans by the U.S.

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Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, stated this Saturday that his country rejects the deportations and cruel treatment of Venezuelans by the United States. During the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA-TCP), held at Casa Amarilla Antonio José de […]

Caracas, March 29, 2025 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, stated this Saturday that his country rejects the deportations and cruel treatment of Venezuelans by the United States.

During the 25th Political Council of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA-TCP), held at Casa Amarilla Antonio José de Sucre in Caracas, Venezuela, he emphasized that this meeting is taking place at a critical moment.

“Precisely at a time when the United States is seeking to destabilize the region. We reject the abduction of Venezuelan migrants because it is a heinous act and constitutes cruel and inhumane treatment. Therefore, we stress the need to continue honoring the three existing migration agreements,” he stated.

He explained that it is essential to call upon the entire region to work decisively to defend peace and regional security.

“The United States resorts to using fugitive economic and commercial tools whose effects will negatively impact the people. It engages in blackmail, implements unilateral coercive measures that violate international law, threatens natural resources, and national relations are under threat. Those who do not align with the imperial plan are subjected to persecution,” he asserted.

He emphasized that Latin America and the Caribbean must continue to be a zone of peace.

“We have the commitment and duty to maintain a system based on peace and justice, free from threats. We must work to ensure that the upcoming ninth summit in Honduras is founded on the principle of defending unity,” he added.

First Meeting of ALBA-TCP Ministers and High-Level Authorities on Transportation established 10 agreements to boost regional economic growth

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Caracas, March 28, 2025 – The economic development of the member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) was the final topic of discussion this Friday during the First Meeting of ALBA-TCP Ministers and High-Level Authorities on Transportation. To achieve this objective, 10 agreements were approved […]

Caracas, March 28, 2025 – The economic development of the member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) was the final topic of discussion this Friday during the First Meeting of ALBA-TCP Ministers and High-Level Authorities on Transportation.

To achieve this objective, 10 agreements were approved in Venezuela as part of the commitments made during the bloc’s 12th Extraordinary Summit in February of this year.

The Executive Secretary of ALBA, Jorge Arreaza, outlined the following agreements:

  1. Providing updates on the status of bilateral air service agreements between the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and Saint Kitts and Nevis to facilitate interconnectivity among ALBA countries.
  • Sharing information on maritime transport cooperation agreements and mutual recognition of competency certificates to determine the Alliance’s operational scope in transportation.
  • Establishing continuous information exchange through direct contact between counterparts responsible for transportation sectors, ensuring the effective implementation of proposals.
  • Reviewing the implementation of the Fifth Freedom of the Air, in accordance with international civil aviation agreements.
  • Supporting technical teams in the tourism sector to simplify visa procedures and migration processes for transit passengers and tourists with interests within the Alliance.
  • Exploring strategic partnership proposals in air, maritime, land, and multimodal transport to optimize vessel maintenance and assess port and airport initiatives that enhance economic and commercial activity among ALBA nations.
  • Developing a comprehensive air and maritime transport agreement for ALBA, aligned with the transportation needs of member states.
  • Drafting a roadmap to implement technical-aeronautical personnel training programs through scholarship opportunities. In this regard, Venezuela is offering the Instituto Universitario de Aeronáutica Civil, among other institutions, for training.
  • Promoting the participation of women in port operations across ALBA-TCP countries, fostering dialogue, knowledge exchange, and efforts to combat gender discrimination in the sector.
  1. Designing an ALBA services catalog that outlines operational conditions in civil aviation, to be disseminated within the aeronautical community for evaluation.

Arreaza also noted that additional proposals from Venezuela’s Minister of Transportation, Ramón Velásquez Araguayán, will be considered. These include the creation of a multidisciplinary team to assess the capabilities and resources available for port and airport construction in ALBA member states, along with evaluations of each country’s needs in terms of human and material resources.