During the talks, Diaz-Canel thanked Russia for the humanitarian assistance provided to Cuba to deal with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the communiqué stated.

Putin and Diaz-Canel also discussed the importance to achieve greater coordination of joint actions in the international sphere, according to the principles of the strategic partnership and the traditions of friendship and mutual understanding.

The two heads of State confirmed the intention of working closely together to strengthen bilateral relations, and agreed to intensify contacts at several levels.

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