During his speech on December 14, 2022, he highlighted the importance of listening to the people and governing accordingly, he pointed out that the blockade continues to be the main obstacle to the performance of the Cuban economy that is going through a complex situation.
At the same time, he stressed that he was convinced of the importance of the integration of Latin America and recognized the consolidation of CARICOM, he stressed that 2022 was a year of important events in the exercise of Cuban foreign policy, as well as the reinforcement of ties with countries such as Algeria, Russia, China and Türkiye.
The Cuban president expressed that each adversity brings learning and announced that the next legislature of the Cuban Parliament will also have to face a high level of legislative work.
He ended his message by wishing the “Well done Cuban people, infinite gratitude and our congratulations on the 65th year of the Cuban Revolution. Come hope ever! Onward to victory".