Final Declaration of the 24th International Meeting of Communist and Workers' Parties

“Defending and honoring the legacy of the Cuban Revolution on the centenary of Fidel’s birth and consolidating solidarity with socialist Cuba; strengthening joint actions and joining forces for peace and against imperialist aggression.”

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FINAL DECLARATION OF THE 24TH INTERNATIONAL MEETING OF COMMUNIST AND WORKERS' PARTIES

Havana, Cuba, August 7-8, 2026

“Defending and honoring the legacy of the Cuban Revolution on the centenary of Fidel’s birth and consolidating solidarity with socialist Cuba; strengthening joint actions and joining forces for peace and against imperialist aggression.”

The communist and workers' parties gathered in Havana, Cuba:

Recognize the complexity of the current international context and the threat posed by the aggressive and interventionist policies of the United States and other imperialist powers, within the framework of the imperialist system and the relations of rivalry/cooperation that permeate it, for the defense of the sovereignty, independence, and self-determination of our peoples, to eliminate the exploitation of man by man and end the causes of imperialist wars, poverty, and the oppression of peoples; as well as to guarantee the protection of the environment.

Underline the importance of unity, solidarity, and cooperation among communist and workers' parties as a fundamental path to achieving a decisive response to the increase in inequality and exploitation in capitalist countries worldwide, as well as the intensification of rivalries and contradictions within the imperialist system itself, and the belligerent offensive led by the United States that is provoking new aggressions and conflicts.

Emphasize the importance of strengthening debates and discussions on topics that contribute to the articulation and synergy among the communist and workers' parties that comprise this historic platform, which is approaching its 30th anniversary.

Reaffirm the enduring relevance of the thought of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, in the context of the centennial commemoration of his birth. His ideas, against capitalist exploitation, profoundly anti-imperialist, humanist, internationalist, and based on solidarity, are essential to confronting the colossal challenges of the current international arena, halting the resurgence of fascism, and protecting future generations from the scourge of imperialism and war. Their efforts and concrete actions in the struggle for socialism and to strengthen unity and joint action among communist and workers' parties, and the entire anti-colonialist and anti-imperialist forces, are of extraordinary relevance today and constitute the path forward for continued progress in a dynamic and robust articulation, in conflict with big capital and its power. Their unwavering commitment to genuine peace for all peoples, international law, and the purposes and principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, thanks to the Soviet Union and the other socialist countries, and which are being undermined today, compel us to hold high the banners of struggle for a truly just, democratic, and equitable international order for our peoples, which socialism can guarantee.

Reiterate their solidarity with the Communist Party of Cuba and the courageous Cuban people, who are resisting an unprecedented imperialist aggression due to the current United States government's attempts to overthrow the Revolution and reverse the achievements of the past 67 years.

Condemn the genocidal and inhumane economic, commercial, financial, and energy blockade imposed by the United States government, whose terrible impacts severely damage the daily lives of all Cubans and impede the country's legitimate right to development. This system of unilateral coercive measures is becoming increasingly comprehensive, having been intensified by two executive orders that aggravate its illegal and coercive nature.

Denounce the arbitrary indictment of Army General Raúl Castro Ruz by the Department of Justice, as part of a stratagem to tarnish his greatness and his undefeated legitimacy.

Demand the exclusion of Cuba from the spurious and unilateral U.S. list of supposed state sponsors of terrorism, a designation that is entirely meaningless when we recall the more than 3,000 victims suffered by the noble Cuban people at the hands of this scourge.

Emphasize the irrevocable nature of the Cuban people's will to build and achieve socialism as the only system capable of guaranteeing full human freedom.

In this regard, they agree on the following actions.

1. Continue supporting and standing with the Cuban people, the Communist Party of Cuba, and the Revolution in the face of the current imperialist aggression.

2. Coordinate different actions and initiatives to increase denunciation of the economic, commercial, financial, and energy blockade imposed by the United States government against Cuba.

3. Continue advancing toward strengthening cooperation and unity among communist and workers' parties in the struggle against imperialism and capitalism, for the defense and affirmation of sovereignty and rights, and to achieve peace and socialism.

4. Continue developing solidarity with the struggles of peoples throughout the world who defend their sovereignty and rights against imperialist aggression and interference, such as the struggle of the Palestinian people and other peoples of the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Africa.

5. Promote the solidarity movement with peoples against imperialist aggression, the struggles of the working class and of peoples throughout the world, to honor the history of the communist movement and of class struggles and to analyze the conclusions of the trajectory of the IMCWP in view of the 30th anniversary of their founding in 2028.