The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples commemorated Hugo Chávez’s legacy on the 12th anniversary of his death, emphasizing his revolutionary commitment and partnership with Cuba. Venezuelan Ambassador Orlando Maneiro Gaspar and ICAP’s First Vice-President Noemí Rabaza Fernández praised their alliance, underscoring the ongoing challenges faced by both nations against U.S. aggression and affirming a shared commitment to sovereignty and social justice.
On March 5th, the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) commemorated the legacy of Hugo Chávez, the late Venezuelan leader, on the twelfth anniversary of his death, which is also observed as Latin American and Caribbean Dignity Day. The event featured remarks from Orlando Maneiro Gaspar, the Venezuelan ambassador to Cuba, who praised Chávez for his commitment to revolution and his vision for Venezuela, rooted in Bolivarian unity.
Ambassador Maneiro emphasized that Chávez’s close relationship with Cuba fostered a significant strategic and ideological partnership, particularly in the face of increased aggression from U.S. imperialism. He asserted, “We follow on the path that he opened with a collective revolution that sowed values, ideas, and a historical project.”
Noemí Rabaza Fernández, ICAP’s First Vice-President, echoed these sentiments, likening Chávez and Fidel Castro to giants united in purpose. Their partnership went beyond mere cooperation, aiming to create a unified Latin American and Caribbean community that embodies the dreams of historical figures like Simón Bolívar and José Martí.
Fernández also highlighted the ongoing U.S. blockade against Cuba as a historical burden, underscoring Venezuela’s resilience against threats and sanctions. “Cuba and Venezuela are not alone; we will defend peace and fight fascism disguised as democracy, the one that persecutes social leaders, criminalizes protest, destroys Palestine, and intends to take away our future,” she stated, reinforcing the shared struggle against imperialism and the pursuit of sovereignty.
In conclusion, the remembrance of Hugo Chávez in Cuba serves not only as a tribute to his legacy but also as a reaffirmation of the shared struggles of Cuba and Venezuela against imperialism. The leaders’ commitment to revolutionary ideals and mutual cooperation highlights the importance of solidarity in facing external pressures and pursuing a sovereign future for Latin America and the Caribbean.
Original Source: www.cubanews.acn.cu
