Beijing (Xinhua) - China on Wednesday pledged unwavering support for Cuba against sanctions, blockades and foreign interference amid U.S. pressure on Havana, as the two countries vowed to strengthen strategic ties and cooperation in multilateral forums.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remarks during talks in Beijing with his Cuban counterpart Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla, who is visiting as a special envoy of Cuba’s party and government, according to a statement published on China’s Foreign Ministry website.
Wang said Beijing would firmly support Havana in safeguarding its national sovereignty and legitimate rights and interests, regardless of changes in the international situation.
He praised Cuba for maintaining independence and resisting pressure from powerful countries while pursuing a socialist development path suited to its national conditions.
Wang also called for stronger coordination between China and Cuba to oppose unilateral actions and promote solidarity among Global South countries.
Rodriguez thanked Beijing for supporting Cuba’s development, particularly in opposing external sanctions and interference.
He reaffirmed Havana’s adherence to the one-China principle and opposition to foreign interference in China’s internal affairs.
The Cuban minister also endorsed President Xi Jinping’s vision of building a community with a shared future for humanity and his four global initiatives.
Both sides agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation and strengthen coordination on international and regional issues.
Cuban Deputy Prime Minister Oscar Perez-Oliva Fraga also attended the talks.