On Twitter, Bruno Rodríguez termed the phone conversation as fraternal, where both leaders discussed about the AEC regional challenges and cooperation.

‘I reaffirmed Cuba´s will to strengthen our historic ties with ACS,’ Rodríguez live-tweeted.

ACS, founded in 1994, is a regional body that strives to strengthen Caribbean countries, in order to create a common economic setting and to promote its members´ sustainable development.

Among other purposes, ACS fosters consultation, cooperation and agreed action among all Caribbean nations.

ACS is made up of 25 member states, including Cuba, and seven associate members.

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