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Friday, June 06, 2008

US seeks EU critical statement about Cuba and Venezuela

US seeks EU critical statement about Cuba and Venezuela

The United States is working with the European Union (EU) on the
possibility of including some express criticism of Cuba and Venezuela in
a joint declaration at the end of their summit next Tuesday.

"It is an open issue that is being heatedly discussed," said a
diplomatic source in Brussels, Efe quoted.

Washington would like the final text of the summit that will be held in
Slovenia to include a message about observance of human rights and the
rule of law in Latin America, with "specific mention" to Cuba and Venezuela.

European countries have taken different stances; some would rather
refrain from making any specific reference; others, like the Czech Republic

http://english.eluniversal.com/2008/06/06/en_pol_art_us-seeks-eu-critical_06A1648807.shtml

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