Cuban president confirms talks with Trump officials amid US blockade

Summary

Cuban officials have initiated negotiations with the US government, focusing on the longstanding blockade that affects Cuba's economic and social infrastructure.

President Miguel Díaz-Canel has underscored the importance of finding practical solutions to the bilateral differences that have persisted between the two nations.

These discussions may have significant implications for Cuba's operational capacity and future infrastructure development, contingent on the outcomes of these talks.

Updates

Update at 20:54 UTC on 2026-03-13

DW News reported Miguel Diaz-Canel acknowledges negotiations with Washington amid ongoing US blockade.

Sources: DW News