During the conversation—part of a documentary the Brazilian outlet is producing about the Caribbean nation—the leader noted that the Revolution has always advocated for maintaining a civilized relationship with the United States and resolving bilateral differences through talks.

  “Engaging in dialogue or conversation is one thing; negotiating is another. We have always upheld that position; it is the history of the Revolution,” the head of state said.

  Díaz-Canel emphasized that the Revolution has always championed the possibility of a civilized relationship with the United States and the capacity to resolve bilateral differences, while acknowledging the existence of ideological disparities.

  “This is based on the premise that our political system, our sovereignty, and our self-determination are not up for negotiation—not even at the negotiating table. And it must take place on equal terms,” ​​he maintained.

  “You cannot converse, engage in dialogue, or negotiate under pressure. We are not a disputed nation, we are not a colony, nor are we a possession for anyone to appropriate,” the leader emphasized.

  Diaz-Canel stated that Cuba is a sovereign, independent, and free country that—by a majority decision—embarked on “a process of building socialism amidst such adverse conditions.”

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