Dulce Buergo, President of the Cuban National Commission for UNESCO (CNCU), emphasized Cuba’s steadfast dedication to multilateralism, peace, and international law during her address at the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Central Asia. Speaking on behalf of the Caribbean nation, Buergo highlighted the severe challenges posed by the U.S. economic, commercial, and financial blockade against Cuba, further intensified by its inclusion on the U.S. State Sponsors of Terrorism (SSOT) list. Despite these adversities, she underscored Cuba’s active engagement in various UNESCO-led initiatives, including cultural and creative industries, heritage preservation, UNESCO-associated schools, Geoparks, Biosphere Reserves, and artificial intelligence (AI), all of which contribute to the nation’s development. Additionally, Buergo used the platform to condemn the ongoing genocide against Palestine and reaffirm Cuba’s unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people, advocating for their right to peace and the establishment of a sovereign state with East Jerusalem as its capital. The conference, running until November 13, serves as a critical forum for addressing global challenges and fostering international cooperation.