China, Cuba Strengthen Partnership Against Foreign Pressure
RIO DE JANEIRO — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla affirmed their nations' shared commitment to resisting external interference during high-level talks in Brazil on Tuesday. The meeting highlighted growing solidarity between the two socialist states amid global geopolitical tensions.
Wang praised Cuba's "resolute defense of national sovereignty" against hegemonic pressures and reiterated China's support for Havana's efforts to combat foreign economic blockades. "China will always stand with Cuba in safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries," he stated, emphasizing plans to expand cooperation in trade, technology, and infrastructure development.
Rodriguez acknowledged China's "unwavering assistance" through decades of international challenges, stating both nations "walk hand in hand on the path of socialism." The Cuban diplomat called for enhanced collaboration in renewable energy and biotechnology – key sectors for Cuba's economic revitalization.
The dialogue underscores China's expanding diplomatic outreach in Latin America, with analysts noting increased Chinese technical investments in Cuban agriculture and healthcare systems since 2022.
