U.S. Newswire. 16
Jul 20:21.
Statement by President Bush on Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity Act
To: National Desk
Contact: White House Press Office, 202-456-2580
WASHINGTON, July 16 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The following was released today by
the White House: STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT
The Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity Act
Title III
Today, I transmitted to Congress my decision to exercise the authority
granted to me under the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act
to suspend for six months, from August 1 through January 31, the right to bring
actions under Title III of that Act. In exercising this authority, I do so
taking into account that it is necessary for the national interest of the
United States and will expedite the transition to democracy in Cuba.
Real differences remain between the United States and our allies concerning
the best methods for pursuing change in Cuba. However, for its part, the
European Union has again renewed its Common Position on Cuba and has reaffirmed
its goal of promoting a peaceful transition to democracy in Cuba. Our actions
will encourage support for the embargo and further strengthen, not weaken, the
growing multilateral, multi-faceted movement to promote democracy and human
rights in Cuba.
My Administration is firmly committed to a proactive Cuba policy that will
assist the Cuban people in their struggle for freedom. On Friday, I reaffirmed
my commitment to maintain existing sanctions against the Cuban regime and to
strengthening pro-democracy movements in Cuba. I call upon the European Union
and the international community to work together with us toward the fundamental
goals that should unite us: free speech, free elections, and respect for basic
human rights in Cuba.
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