Special envoy of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and the Cuban government, Member of the Political Bureau of the PCC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla paid an official visit to China from November 10 to 13. His last visit was in February this year.
Announcing the visit, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that China and Cuba are good friends, good comrades and good brothers, adding that the visit reflects the high level of political mutual trust between the two countries. China attaches great importance to the visit and stands ready to have in-depth exchanges of views with the Cuban side on China-Cuba relations and issues of mutual concern and further implement the important common understandings reached by the leaders of the two countries.
Meeting his Cuban counterpart on November 11, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi asked Rodríguez to convey President Xi Jinping’s warm greetings to Comrade Raúl Castro and President Miguel Díaz-Canel, stating that Cuba insists on independence and autonomy, defends national dignity, strives to explore a socialist path suited to its national conditions, demonstrates a national spirit of fearlessness in the face of power, and has earned widespread respect from the international community. No matter how the situation develops, China will firmly support Cuba in safeguarding national sovereignty and its legitimate rights, opposing sanctions, blockades, and foreign interference.
The Cuban news agency Prensa Latina added that Wang Yi recalled that this year marks the centenary of the birth of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, and highlighted the respect that Cuba has earned in the international community for its spirit of independence and resistance.
Rodríguez conveyed the sincere greetings of Army General Raúl and President Díaz-Canel to President Xi Jinping, stating that Cuba-China relations are strategic and have always been maintained at a high level. China has always been a good partner in Cuba’s socialist construction, and Cuba is willing to work with China to explore a path for developing bilateral relations that benefits the peoples of both countries. The Cuban side expressed gratitude for China’s valuable support for its national development, especially in opposing external blockades and interference, and has always firmly adhered to the One-China principle and opposed any external interference in China’s internal affairs.
A report from Prensa Latina noted that Rodríguez considered China a reference for socialist construction in Cuba and for the transformations that are being introduced in the island’s economic and social model. He reiterated that Cuba will always be a socialist country close to China, as well as a friend, comrade and brother of the Chinese people. He especially thanked Beijing for its extraordinary and persistent support for the struggle of the Cuban people against the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States, which has intensified relentlessly in recent months.
On the same day, the Cuban visitors also met with Wang Huning, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), who said that China has unwaveringly adhered to the policy of long-term friendship with Cuba, and firmly supports Cuba in its just struggle against sanctions, blockade and foreign interference. He added that China is convinced that the PCC will lead the Cuban people to new achievements along the path of building socialism.
Rodríguez described relations with China as strategic and a top priority for Cuba, as they are two socialist countries with common experiences in the construction of that system and under the leadership of their respective communist parties. He also referred to the recent plenary session of the Central Committee of the CPC and the profound transformations that Cuba is promoting in its economic model.
In its report, Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post linked the visit to recent US sanctions imposed on China as well as Cuba:
“The US State Department last Thursday sanctioned China National Electronic Import and Export Company and Beijing H&C Technologies, accusing them of working with a Cuban arms procurement company to supply military equipment to the island this year. The same package targeted entities and tankers linked to Cuba’s oil shipping network… In January, Xi approved US$80 million in emergency aid for Cuba to buy electrical equipment, alongside a donation of 60,000 tonnes of rice. Cuba has also added about 1,300 megawatts of solar capacity over the past two years, much of it built with Chinese equipment and financing.”
The Cuban foreign minister also met with Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee (IDCPC).
Liu said that under the strategic guidance of General Secretary Xi Jinping and First Secretary Miguel Díaz-Canel, the special friendship between China and Cuba has continued to grow. China has always viewed and developed its relations with Cuba from a strategic and overall perspective. No matter how the international situation may evolve, China’s commitment to long-term friendship with Cuba will remain unchanged; its resolve to support Cuba in pursuing the socialist path will remain unchanged; and its determination to work with Cuba to uphold international fairness and justice and oppose hegemony and power politics will remain unchanged. Relations between the CPC and the PCC form the cornerstone of China-Cuba relations. The CPC stands ready to continue strengthening strategic communication with the PCC and jointly promote practical cooperation across various fields. He noted that maintaining the advanced nature and purity of a political party is a major issue that Marxist ruling parties, including the CPC and the PCC, must address. The CPC stands ready to strengthen exchanges of experience and mutual learning with the PCC on full and rigorous Party self-governance and jointly enhance their respective levels of Party building.
Rodríguez said that Cuba and China are as close as brothers. In recent years, with the care and promotion of the top leaders of the two Parties and the two countries, Cuba-China traditional friendship and friendly cooperative relations have continued to consolidate. He thanked China for its firm support for Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security, and for the assistance it has provided to Cuba in difficult times. The PCC warmly congratulated the CPC on the successful convening of the Fifth Plenary Session of its 20th Central Committee and admired the tremendous development achievements made by the CPC in leading the Chinese people. These achievements are a great source of encouragement for the world socialist movement and Cuba’s socialist cause. The PCC looks forward to strengthening exchanges and cooperation between the two Parties, learning more from the CPC’s successful experience in strengthening and developing the Party and leading reform and development, so as to better advance Cuba’s socialist cause.
Rodríguez also met with Chen Xiaodong, president of the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), on which occasion he conveyed the willingness to continue deepening economic-commercial ties, investments and cooperation. CIDCA has responsibility for many of China’s assistance programmes to Cuba.
Cuba and China also explored new opportunities to expand their economic-commercial relations during a trade and investment forum held in Beijing, with the participation of Rodríguez, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Trade and Investment, Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, along with authorities and business representatives of both countries. The president of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), Ren Hongbin, highlighted the potential of bilateral economic cooperation and the willingness of Chinese companies to expand their ties with Cuba.
Following the conclusion of his schedule in China, Rodríguez continued his Asian tour with a November 13-14 working visit to Vietnam, also repeating an earlier visit this past February. On November 13, he met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
The following articles were originally published by the Xinhua News Agency, the website of China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and Prensa Latina. The MFA report was published in Chinese and the Prensa Latina reports in Spanish. They were machine translated and sub-edited by us.
China willing to strengthen coordination, deepen cooperation with Cuba: spokesperson
BEIJING, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) — China stands ready to strengthen communication and coordination with Cuba and deepen exchanges and cooperation in various fields, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Monday.
According to Chinese Foreign Ministry, special envoy of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and the Cuban Government, Member of the Political Bureau of the PCC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla will pay an official visit to China from Nov. 10 to 13.
Guo told the media briefing that China and Cuba are good friends, good comrades and good brothers, adding that the visit reflects the high level of political mutual trust between the two countries.
China attaches great importance to the visit and stands ready to have in-depth exchanges of views with the Cuban side on China-Cuba relations and issues of mutual concern, further implement the important common understandings reached by the leaders of the two countries, Guo said.
He added that China is ready to strengthen communication and coordination, deepen exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and continue to build a China-Cuba community with a shared future.
Wang Yi held talks with the Cuban party and government’s envoy, member of the Politburo of the Cuban Communist Party, and Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez
November 11 (MFA) – On November 11, 2026, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held talks in Beijing with Bruno Rodríguez, Special Envoy of the Cuban Party and Government, member of the Political Bureau of the Cuban Communist Party, and Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Wang Yi asked Rodríguez to convey President Xi Jinping’s warm greetings to Comrade Raúl Castro and President Miguel Díaz-Canel, stating that Cuba insists on independence and autonomy, defends national dignity, strives to explore a socialist path suited to its national conditions, demonstrates a national spirit of fearlessness in the face of power, and has earned widespread respect from the international community. The world is facing unprecedented changes unseen in a century. No matter how the situation develops, China will firmly support Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and legitimate rights, opposing sanctions, blockades, and foreign interference.
Wang Yi said that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, the relationship between the two parties and two countries continues to develop, and the traditional friendship has been revitalised. China is willing to work with Cuba to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, continuously consolidate and develop friendly relations between China and Cuba, and keep building a closer China-Cuba community with a shared future. China is willing to strengthen communication and cooperation with Cuba in multilateral fields, continue mutual support and cooperation on the multilateral stage, jointly oppose power politics and unilateral actions, promote the united self-strengthening of the Global South, and build a more just and reasonable global governance system.
Rodríguez conveyed the sincere greetings of Army General Raúl and President Díaz-Canel to President Xi Jinping, stating that Cuba-China relations are strategic and have always been maintained at a high level. China has always been a good partner in Cuba’s socialist construction, and Cuba is willing to work with China to explore a path for developing bilateral relations that benefits the peoples of both countries. The Cuban side expressed gratitude for China’s valuable support for its national development, especially in opposing external blockades and interference, and has always firmly adhered to the One-China principle and opposed any external interference in China’s internal affairs. China plays an important role in defending world peace, advocating multilateralism, and building a more democratic international order. Cuba and China share many common viewpoints and a broad consensus on international and regional issues. The Cuban side supports President Xi Jinping’s concept of building a community with a shared future for humanity and the four major global initiatives and is willing to continue strengthening coordination with China in multilateral fields to achieve more cooperative results.
Cuba’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Trade and Foreign Investment, Pérez Oliva, and others attended the talks.
China’s long-term friendship policy with Cuba remains unwavering: China’s top political advisor
BEIJING, Nov. 11 (Xinhua) — China has unwaveringly adhered to the policy of long-term friendship with Cuba, and firmly supports Cuba in its just struggle against sanctions, blockade and foreign interference, China’s top political advisor Wang Huning said when meeting with Cuban Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla in Beijing Wednesday.
Wang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, added that China is convinced that the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) will lead the Cuban people to new achievements along the path of building socialism.
Wang said relations between the two parties and two countries of China and Cuba have reached new heights and taken on a new look under the strategic guidance of the two leaders, and steady progress has been made in building a China-Cuba community with a shared future.
Rodriguez, also the special envoy of the PCC and the Cuban Government, Member of the Political Bureau of the PCC Central Committee, said that Cuba places Cuba-China relations high on its diplomatic agenda.
He thanked China for supporting Cuba as it copes with an extremely complex situation and external unilateral coercive measures.
Noting that the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries serves as a vital guide for advancing bilateral relations, Rodriguez said Cuba stands ready to work with China to jointly build a Cuba-China community with a shared future.
Foreign Ministers of Cuba and China reaffirm excellent bilateral ties
Beijing, Nov 11 (Prensa Latina) – The Cuban Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodríguez, and his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, today ratified in this capital their will to strengthen bilateral ties and defend their common positions on the international stage.
During the meeting, Rodríguez described relations between the two countries as excellent and affirmed that they are advancing along a path of development for the benefit of their peoples.
The Cuban minister noted that Havana and Beijing share numerous positions on their international agendas and recognised China as an essential factor for global balance and the construction of a new international economic order.
He also highlighted the role of the Asian nation in the defence of peace, multilateralism, development and a more democratic international order.
Rodríguez expressed Cuba’s deep interest in the global initiatives presented by President Xi Jinping, which, he noted, inspire the joint efforts of both countries in the multilateral sphere.
The head of Cuban diplomacy considered China a reference for socialist construction in Cuba and for the transformations being introduced in the island’s economic and social model.
He reiterated that Cuba will always be a socialist country close to China, as well as a friend, comrade and brother of the Chinese people.
In this regard, he ratified Havana’s commitment to the one-China principle and its opposition to any foreign interference in the internal affairs of the Asian nation.
Rodríguez gave special thanks for Beijing’s extraordinary and persistent support for the struggle of the Cuban people against the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States, which has been relentlessly intensified in recent months.
For his part, Wang Yi highlighted Cuba’s record in defending its independence and sovereignty, as well as its efforts to find a socialist path in accordance with national conditions.
The Chinese Foreign Minister noted that, despite changes in the international situation, Beijing will maintain its support for Havana in the defence of its sovereignty, its legitimate rights and interests, and its opposition to sanctions and the blockade.
Wang Yi recalled that this year marks the centenary of the birth of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, and highlighted the respect that Cuba has earned in the international community for its spirit of independence and resistance.
He also underlined the sustained development of relations between the two parties and countries under the strategic guidance of their respective heads of state, as well as the renewal of the traditional friendship between the two nations.
The Chinese diplomat expressed his confidence that Rodríguez’s visit to China will help boost bilateral ties and bring new dynamism to cooperation between the two countries.
The Cuban Deputy Prime Minister and head of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment (Mincex), Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, also took part in the meeting.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez arrived in China yesterday on an official visit as Special Envoy of the Communist Party and Government of the island, with an agenda that will run until November 13.
China underlines policy of long-term friendship and support for Cuba
Beijing, Nov 11 (Prensa Latina) – China today ratified its support for Cuba in the struggle against United States sanctions and blockade, and thanked Havana for its continued support on issues of fundamental interest to Beijing.
Wang Huning, member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, reiterated the position of the Asian giant in the face of the coercive measures against the island.
China’s top political advisor held talks in the Great Hall of the People with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez, who is on an official visit as special envoy of the Communist Party and government.
Wang noted that relations between the two countries have reached new milestones under the strategic guidance of their respective top leaders and highlighted high-level meetings as drivers of bilateral cooperation.
He underlined China’s will to maintain a policy of long-term friendship with Cuba, regardless of changes in the international situation.
He also expressed his confidence that the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) will continue to lead the people in socialist construction and will achieve new successes in that process.
He also thanked Havana for its support for Beijing’s positions on Taiwan and human rights.
For his part, Rodríguez conveyed the greetings of the leader of the Cuban Revolution, Raúl Castro, and of the First Secretary of the PCC Central Committee and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel, to the General Secretary of the CPC and Chinese President, Xi Jinping.
The Foreign Minister described relations with China as strategic and a top priority for Cuba, as they are two socialist countries with common experiences in the construction of that system and under the leadership of their respective communist parties.
He stressed that the consensus reached by the top leaders constitutes the axis of the solid and sustainable development of bilateral ties.
In this regard, he highlighted the building of a Cuba-China community with a shared future, the first of its kind in the Western hemisphere.
He also referred to the recent plenary session of the CPC Central Committee and the profound transformations that Cuba is promoting in its economic model.
Earlier, Rodríguez held talks in this capital with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, who highlighted the island’s record in defending its independence and sovereignty, as well as its efforts to find a socialist path in accordance with national conditions.
The Chinese diplomat expressed his confidence that Rodríguez’s visit to China will help boost bilateral ties and bring new dynamism to cooperation between the two countries.
The Cuban Deputy Prime Minister and head of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment (Mincex), Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, also took part in both meetings.
Liu Haixing Meets with Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Special Envoy of the PCC and Government of Cuba, Member of the Political Bureau of the PCC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs
Beijing, Nov 11 (IDCPC) – Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee (IDCPC), met here today with Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Special Envoy of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and the Cuban Government, Member of the Political Bureau of the PCC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Liu said that under the strategic guidance of General Secretary Xi Jinping and First Secretary Miguel Diaz-Canel, the special friendship between China and Cuba has continued to grow. China has always viewed and developed its relations with Cuba from a strategic and overall perspective. No matter how the international situation may evolve, China’s commitment to long-term friendship with Cuba will remain unchanged; its resolve to support Cuba in pursuing the socialist path will remain unchanged; and its determination to work with Cuba to uphold international fairness and justice and oppose hegemony and power politics will remain unchanged. Relations between the CPC and the PCC form the cornerstone of China-Cuba relations. In recent years, the two sides have maintained close exchanges to implement the important consensus reached by the top leaders of the two Parties and the two countries. The CPC stands ready to continue strengthening strategic communication with the PCC and jointly promote practical cooperation across various fields. Liu also briefed Rodríguez on Xi Jinping Thought on Party Building and the spirit of the Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee. He noted that maintaining the advanced nature and purity of a political party is a major issue that Marxist ruling parties, including the CPC and the PCC, must address. The CPC stands ready to strengthen exchanges of experience and mutual learning with the PCC on full and rigorous Party self-governance, and jointly enhance their respective levels of Party building.
Rodríguez said that Cuba and China are as close as brothers. In recent years, with the care and promotion of the top leaders of the two Parties and the two countries, Cuba-China traditional friendship and friendly cooperative relations have continued to consolidate. He thanked China for its firm support for Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security, and for the assistance it has provided to Cuba in difficult times. Cuba stands ready to further strengthen strategic communication with China, deepen cooperation across various fields, and advance the building of a Cuba-China community with a shared future to a higher level. The PCC and the Cuban government firmly uphold the one-China principle, oppose interference by external forces in China’s internal affairs, and support China’s position on the Taiwan question and issues concerning Xinjiang and Xizang. The PCC warmly congratulated the CPC on the successful convening of the Fifth Plenary Session of its 20th Central Committee and admired the tremendous development achievements made by the CPC in leading the Chinese people. These achievements are a great source of encouragement for the world socialist movement and Cuba’s socialist cause. The PCC looks forward to strengthening exchanges and cooperation between the two Parties, learning more from the CPC’s successful experience in strengthening and developing the Party and leading reform and development, so as to better advance Cuba’s socialist cause.
The two sides also exchanged views on international and regional issues of mutual interest.
Ma Hui, Vice-minister of the IDCPC, Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, Cuban Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Trade and Investment, and Alberto Blanco Silva, Cuban Ambassador to China, among others, attended the meeting.
China stands firmly with Cuba against blockade, sanctions and interference
Beijing, Nov 11 (Prensa Latina) – China today underlined its support for Cuba in the defence of its sovereignty and legitimate rights, as well as in its opposition to the blockade, sanctions and external interference.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez, in his capacity as special envoy of the Cuban Communist Party and government, held separate talks here with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, and with Wang Huning, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, the country’s top advisory body.
The head of Chinese diplomacy affirmed that, regardless of the evolution of the international situation, Beijing will maintain its support for Havana in the face of coercive measures and external interference.
Wang Yi noted that, under the strategic guidance of the top leaders of both countries, relations between the two parties and states continue to develop and the traditional friendship is acquiring new dynamism.
He also expressed his country’s willingness to work with Cuba to implement the consensus reached by their respective leaders, consolidate bilateral ties and build a closer community with a shared future.
Wang Yi expressed the will to strengthen communication and coordination on multilateral affairs, maintain mutual support in those spaces and jointly oppose power politics and unilateral actions.
He also advocated promoting the unity and strengthening of the Global South, as well as a more just and reasonable system of global governance.
At another point, Wang Huning, member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), also ratified support for Cuba in the struggle against United States sanctions and the blockade, and thanked Havana for its continued support on issues of fundamental interest to Beijing.
He noted that relations between the two countries have reached new milestones under the strategic guidance of their respective top leaders and highlighted high-level meetings as drivers of bilateral cooperation.
He underlined China’s will to maintain a policy of long-term friendship with Cuba, regardless of changes in the international situation.
In addition, he expressed his confidence that the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) will continue to lead the people in socialist construction and will achieve new successes in that process.
Havana has on many occasions expressed its gratitude for the support and solidarity of the Chinese government, not only for its backing in multilateral forums, but also for its practical collaboration in multiple sectors amid the tightening of the blockade against the island.
Cuban Foreign Minister concludes visit to China with emphasis on cooperation
Beijing, Nov 13 (Prensa Latina) – Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez today concluded an official visit to China, during which both countries ratified their will to strengthen bilateral ties and expand economic and trade cooperation.
During his stay, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in his capacity as special envoy of the Cuban Communist Party and government, held meetings with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, and with Wang Huning, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference.
In the dialogue with Wang Yi, Rodríguez described relations between the two countries as excellent and affirmed that they are advancing along a path of development for the benefit of their peoples.
The head of Cuban diplomacy highlighted the agreement between Havana and Beijing on numerous international issues and recognised China’s role in the defence of peace, multilateralism and the construction of a more democratic international order.
He also considered China a reference for socialist construction in Cuba and the transformations of its economic and social model, while reaffirming the island’s commitment to the one-China principle.
The Foreign Minister gave special thanks for Beijing’s support for the struggle of the Cuban people against the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States, the impact of which has intensified in recent months.
For his part, Wang Yi assured that China will maintain its support for Cuba in the defence of its sovereignty and legitimate rights, as well as in the face of coercive measures and external interference, regardless of the evolution of the international situation.
The Chinese minister also expressed his country’s willingness to deepen communication and coordination with Havana on multilateral affairs, strengthen mutual support and promote the unity of the Global South.
In a separate meeting, Wang Huning ratified Beijing’s support for Cuba against the US blockade and sanctions, and thanked the island for its support on matters of fundamental interest to China.
He highlighted that high-level exchanges have boosted bilateral ties and reiterated his country’s will to maintain a policy of long-term friendship with Cuba.
As part of his agenda, Rodríguez also met with Chen Xiaodong, president of the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), on which occasion he conveyed the will to continue deepening economic and trade ties, investment and cooperation.
The Cuban Foreign Minister also held a meeting with the staff of the Cuban Embassy in China, during which the results achieved and the challenges facing the diplomatic mission in the current international context were examined.
As part of the agenda, Cuba and China explored new opportunities to expand their economic and trade relations during a trade and investment forum held in this capital, with the participation of Rodríguez, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment, Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, and authorities and business representatives of both nations.
The president of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Ren Hongbin, highlighted the potential of bilateral economic cooperation and the willingness of his country’s companies to expand their ties with Cuba.
For his part, Pérez-Oliva Fraga explained the economic transformations being carried out on the island and the 176 measures approved to advance that process.
The Deputy Prime Minister noted that these changes are taking place in the midst of an accelerated energy transition and denounced the effects of the US blockade, financial persecution and the energy siege against Cuba.
Rodríguez today continues his Asian tour with an official visit to Vietnam.