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In a significant move to bolster diplomatic and media relations, a high-profile Vietnamese media delegation recently concluded a working visit to Cuba. This visit, which took place from October 16th to 21st, 2025, was part of the ongoing exchange programs between the official newspapers of the Communist Parties of Cuba and Vietnam—Granma and Nhan Dan, respectively. The visit coincided with the upcoming 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations, set to be commemorated in December 2025. The delegation’s agenda was packed with activities aimed at fostering mutual understanding and collaboration. Key highlights included participation in the First Granma-Rebelde Festival, where both media outlets showcased their work alongside other significant platforms from Cuba and around the world. Yoerky Sánchez Cuellar, a member of the Central Committee and editor-in-chief of Granma, expressed deep admiration for the Vietnamese people and thanked them for their financial support to Cuba amidst renewed economic challenges. He also highlighted the successful outcomes of the collaboration between the two newspapers, including the creation of a special microsite titled ‘Cuba and Vietnam: The Walk,’ which has published over 80 articles. Dinh Song Linh, head of the Science and Environment Department at Nhan Dan, led the delegation and outlined the latest organizational developments at his media outlet. He emphasized the potential for further collaboration in areas such as artificial intelligence training, content exchange, and the establishment of a special Cuba-Vietnam fund at the Granma Documentation and Archive Center. The delegation also toured various sites, including the Fidel Castro Ruz Center, Vietnamese companies in the Mariel Development Zone, and rice-growing areas in Pinar del Río, where cultivation is carried out with Vietnamese expertise. These visits underscored the practical benefits of the bilateral relationship, particularly in economic and agricultural sectors. The working meeting concluded with specific points for advancing the collaboration agenda, including the signing of a memorandum of understanding and the revitalization of content exchange. The visit not only reinforced the strong bond between the two nations but also set the stage for future cooperation in media and beyond.

In a significant diplomatic engagement, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, the First Secretary of the Party’s Central Committee and President of Cuba, welcomed Li Zongyuan, Director General of the History Museum of the Communist Party of China (CPC), at the Palace of the Revolution in Havana. The meeting underscored the deepening ties between the two nations, particularly in the realms of historical and political collaboration. Li Zongyuan emphasized that the primary goal of his visit was to enhance cooperation between Cuban and Chinese institutions in studying the revolutionary histories and the roles of their respective Communist Parties. This visit follows Díaz-Canel’s earlier tour of the CPC Museum in Beijing, where he gained insights into China’s reform process and the CPC’s leadership under President Xi Jinping. Díaz-Canel highlighted the importance of interparty relations as the foundation of Cuba-China ties, describing both nations as building a ‘community with a shared future.’ He also expressed gratitude for the warm reception he received during his visit to China last September, which coincided with the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression. Li Zongyuan noted that 2025 marks the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, a milestone celebrated through the exchange of congratulatory letters between Presidents Xi Jinping and Díaz-Canel. The CPC Museum, Li explained, plays a crucial role in preserving China’s revolutionary history and fostering bilateral relations. This visit marks the first international delegation of the CPC Museum, with Cuba chosen as the inaugural destination. The meeting was attended by high-ranking officials from both sides, including Hua Xin, China’s Ambassador to Cuba, and Emilio Lozada García, head of Cuba’s Department of International Relations.

The Cuban Association of the United Nations (ACNU) is set to convene the 21st Forum of the Cuban Civil Society against the Blockade on October 24. This significant event will serve as a platform for denouncing and reflecting on the detrimental effects of the US-imposed economic blockade, which has been criticized for violating human rights and impeding Cuba’s national development. The forum coincides with an upcoming United Nations vote addressing the economic siege, offering a timely opportunity to explore the profound human, social, and economic repercussions of the policy on the Cuban population. Recent reports presented by Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, a member of the Political Bureau and Cuba’s Foreign Minister, reveal that the blockade has caused an estimated $7.5 billion in damages over the past year alone, with cumulative losses exceeding $170 billion over six decades. Rodríguez Parrilla highlighted that over 80% of Cubans have lived their entire lives under the blockade’s shadow, enduring daily hardships. The forum aims to galvanize international support to demand an immediate end to what is described as an unjust and illegal policy.

The October session of Cuba’s National Innovation Council marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s pursuit of scientific and technological advancement. Chaired by President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, the council conducted an in-depth examination of the draft Science, Technology, and Innovation Act, initiating a nationwide debate on its provisions. This legislative effort aims to address existing barriers, fill regulatory gaps, and align with the aspirations of Cuban scientists, as highlighted in numerous consultations. The President emphasized the necessity of broad public engagement, ensuring the law reflects diverse perspectives from the science, technology, and innovation sectors, as well as other societal stakeholders. Armando Rodríguez Batista, Minister of Science, Technology, and Environment (CITMA), presented the draft, underscoring its comprehensive approach to fostering a robust innovation ecosystem. The draft identifies key challenges, including fragmented regulations, inadequate funding, and insufficient integration of social sciences with natural sciences. It proposes 20 foundational principles, such as establishing a high-ranking legal framework, enhancing governance, and recognizing innovative enterprises as integral to the system. The proposed law, structured into eight chapters, seeks to integrate innovation, transition to a knowledge economy, and international collaboration. Over 1,500 individuals, including academics, researchers, and government officials, have already contributed to the consultation process, reinforcing the draft’s potential to drive Cuba’s economic and social development.

In a powerful display of unity, Cuba has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Venezuela, a nation currently facing significant military pressure from the United States. Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, expressed solidarity with Venezuela and its President, Nicolás Maduro, during a public statement on X. He emphasized that Venezuela, the homeland of Simón Bolívar and Hugo Chávez, will not stand alone amidst the escalating tensions. Díaz-Canel condemned the US military deployment, which includes approximately 1,200 missiles, as well as covert CIA operations targeting Venezuela. He invoked the words of Cuban national hero José Martí, who famously declared, ‘Give me Venezuela to serve, she has a son in me,’ and echoed Fidel Castro’s sentiment that ‘For Venezuela, we must give our all.’ The Cuban people have also demonstrated their solidarity, gathering at the equestrian statue of Simón Bolívar to express their support. Díaz-Canel further quoted Bolívar, who once warned that the United States ‘seems destined by Providence to plague America with misery in the name of freedom.’ This statement underscores Cuba’s commitment to defending Venezuela against external aggression and its broader critique of US interventionism in Latin America.