The Cuban Foreign Ministry previously stated that the delegation headed by the Cuban vice president will bring a constructive spirit and a willingness to contribute to the bi-regional mechanism, based on equality and mutual respect, dialogue, and cooperation for the benefit of both parties.

Valdes will also denounce the tightening of the economic, financial, and commercial blockade imposed by the United States against his nation, as well as its inclusion in Washington’s State Sponsors of Terrorism (SSOT) list.

The Foreign Ministry of Colombia, the country holding the pro tempore presidency of CELAC, noted that the fundamental objective is to advance the development of a cooperation agenda between the two blocs, adhering to the principles of multilateralism. According to the official program, the Summit, attended by delegations from 62 States, will conclude on November 10. jdt/iff/oda/ifs