The presidents, prime
ministers and heads of delegations of the 33 countries making up
the new regional organization expressed a common stance while
ratifying their agreement with the 18 documents discussed during
the two-day historic meeting.
Likewise, the Plan of Action of the CELAC was agreed, which,
specified Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, should be honored by
all member nations, particularly by the members of the so-called
troika (Venezuela, Chile and Cuba: outgoing country, new pro
tempore chairman, and the next venue, respectively).
Two communiques can be found among the 22 documents signed, one
on the need to put an end to the economic, commercial and
financial blockade of the United States against Cuba, and
another one on the recognition of Argentina’s right over the
Falklands.
In addition, participants approved a special declaration on the
defense of democracy and constitutional order of the countries
composing the CELAC.
Political texts referred to commitment to social inclusion, food
and nutritional safety, the situation of the human rights of
immigrants, and the sustainable development of the Community of
Caribbean States (CARICOM), were also agreed.
Other documents signed include texts supporting the
Yasuni-ITT-CALC-CELAC ecological initiative in Ecuador; and the
Central American emergency situation due to tropical
depressions. Participants also agreed to declare 2013 as the
international year of the quinoa (edible grain from Bolivia).
Also, documents reflecting support for Central American security
strategy, and the total elimination of nuclear weapons were
signed. Support for the struggle against terrorism in all forms
and expressions, and the struggle against the world problem of
drugs and drug trafficking were also among resolutions agreed.
