New York - The President of Namibia, Hage Geingob, has demanded an end to the economic, commercial and financial blockade of the United States against Cuba.

In his address to the high-level segment of the 72nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly, the African leader also celebrated the process of re-establishing relations between the two countries.

The Namibian president said: "Over the past several years, Namibia has been noting the growing rapprochement between Cuba and the United States, culminating in the reopening of embassies between the two countries. We believe that this rapprochement should lead to the full lifting of economic and financial embargo against the Republic of Cuba and its people, who have the right to pursue peace and a decent life."

President Geingob addressed other important issues on the international agenda such as climate change, United Nations reform and the need to emphasize multi-lateralism for the solution of conflicts.

The president also highlighted the achievements of Namibia since the independence in 1990, especially in the reduction of poverty, and pledged to continue to work in this regard.