Thursday, February 21, 2008

Mexico hopes to normalize relations with Cuba


MEXICO CITY, Feb. 19 (Xinhua) -- The Mexican government said Tuesday that it would continue to push for the development of Mexico-Cuba relations to realize the normalization of bilateral ties at an early date.

The Foreign Ministry statement was issued following the announcement by Cuban leader Fidel Castro that he is stepping down as president of the Council of Ministers and president of the Council of the State of Cuba.

The statement reaffirmed Mexico's willingness to promote the development of its relations with Cuba, adding that Mexico respects the independent decision and the will of the Cuban people on the issue.

The Mexican government wished Castro a quick recovery and said it would closely follow developments in Cuba's political situation.


This story is significant because any time two countries work towards reconciling there relationships it helps them as well as other countries.

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