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Central America, South America and the Caribbean Calls on the authorities of the Dominican Republic to exercise greater efforts and concerns in favor of the poorest among them. (EC 01/03) Affirm solidarity with the suffering people of Colombia and urge that the Episcopal Church inform its members of the plight of the Colombian people and support policies and programs that will alleviate their poverty and ameliorate the injustices experienced by millions of Colombians. (EC 10/02) Urge U.S. Government to assign the highest priority to achieving a negotiated peace in Colombia and work with other governments in the region and other allies in bringing a peaceful end to Colombia’s longstanding civil conflict. (EC 10/02) Urge U.S. Government to restore diplomatic relations with Cuba, taking into consideration human rights, freedom of speech and movement and political prisoners. (GC 2000) Call on U.S. and Haitian Governments, in consultation with Non-Governmental Organizations, to develop and implement a poverty reduction strategy for Haiti. (GC 2000) Urge the U.S. Government to enter into agreement with the Government of Panama beyond December 31, 1999 to remove abandoned munitions and continue environmental cleanup. (EC 06/99) Urge U.S. Government to end restrictions on the sale of food, medicines and medical supplies to Cuba. (EC 02/98) Urge U.S. Government to provide economic aid to Central America with the same commitment it provided military aid in the past. (GC 1997) Urge religious and cultural exchange between Episcopalians in the U.S. and Cuba. (EC 06/96) Support a ministry of healing and reconciliation in Central America. (GC 1988) Affirm safe haven in U.S. for Central Americans. (GC 1985)