Cuba and its challenges in the G-77+China pro tempore presidency

Abstract

In the midst of the complexities of the current international system in transition, Cuba was elected for the first time to assume the pro tempore presidency of the G77+China for 2023. This entails a commitment that transcends political issues, since the successful leadership of a negotiating bloc in multilateral forums lies largely in the fact that its results will inevitably create precedents for future processes. Therefore, in order to achieve a comprehensive and coherent management in the Group, Cuba should carefully evaluate the threats and opportunities it has to develop its Presidency and the challenges it will imply. The impact of Russia's New Foreign Policy Strategy for developing countries, the growing prominence of China, the scope of Sino-Russian-US rivalries, the continuous inter-bloc divergences and the political, social and economic weaknesses of the Member States will be decisive elements when it comes to establishing common lines of action.