As Valdes told Prensa Latina, the discussions with Ashrafjanov and Elyasov covered the excellent state of both multilateral and bilateral relations between these Central Asian nations and Cuba.

Both diplomats expressed their appreciation for the up-to-date information provided by the Cuban ambassador regarding the intensification of the blockade and the energy-related siege imposed by Washington against Cuba—including threats of military aggression—as well as the resulting negative impacts on the daily lives of the island’s population.

These exchanges take place just days before the United Nations General Assembly is set to debate, on October 27 and 28, a draft resolution titled “Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States of America against Cuba,” with the vote scheduled for the 28th.

Valdes also noted that both Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan—former Soviet republics—are sister nations in Central Asia with which Cuba maintains friendly relations; Cuba’s diplomatic mission in Baku is also accredited to Tashkent and Ashgabat.

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