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IN BRIEF: Lavrov in Havana blasts Western pressure, touts stronger ties with Cuba
The Russian foreign minister noted that the countries need to work together to rally the global majority to stand up for Havana's rights
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Is this Russia's threat to America?
If so then can another tradeoff of dismantling missile bases be possible, considering the lopsided advantage gained by America since the first time this threatened?
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andTrade with Cuba
The legal framework for trade and economic cooperation between Russia and Cuba has been "significantly strengthened and supplemented" recently, including the creation of conditions for Russian investors to invest more actively in Cuban economy.
Russia continues to export fuel to Cuba.
"We are, of course, seriously engaged in this work," Lavrov said.
Two special loans have been granted to Havana this year. One has already been issued, and the other has been formalized for the deliveries to carry on.
BRICS
Havana is interested in expanding ties with BRICS.
"Russia, as the country presiding over this group this year, will support this sentiment," Lavrov said.
Moscow expects that other members of the organization will also welcome Cuba's application for a partnership status at BRICS.
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