The day before, Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero received Mitchell and highlighted the historic ties of friendship and mutual cooperation.

During the meeting, Marrero stressed that the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, fostered the ties of solidarity between the two countries.

The Cuban head of government expressed the will to advance bilateral commitments and highlighted the importance of the official visit made by President Miguel Díaz-Canel to Grenada, in December 2022.

In turn, Mitchell expressed that it is a honor and pleasure to be in Cuba and described his visit as very emotional.

He affirmed that the relationship between the two countries will continue to grow and will endure through time.

This Friday, the distinguished visitor also made a guided tour of historical sites near the Plaza de Armas in this capital.

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