India backs UN resolution calling for end to US embargo on Cuba

Politics · First reported 29 Oct, 03:56 · Updated 02:21

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India voted for a UN General Assembly resolution urging an end to the US embargo on Cuba. The assembly adopted it with 130 votes in favour, 17 against and 25 abstentions.

India voted in favour of a General Assembly resolution calling for an end to the US embargo on Cuba.
The 193-member assembly adopted the resolution with 130 votes in favour, 17 against and 25 abstentions.
India’s UN representative said the restrictions affect Cuba’s economy and essential services, and argued that lifting them could support the country’s development.

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Key facts

India’s vote: In favour of the resolution
Vote count: 130 in favour; 17 against; 25 abstentions
Assembly membership: 193 members
Adoption date: October 28, according to The Hindu
Health and food figures cited by India: Shortages of over 60% of essential medicines; food production down by more than 50% in five years