Castro Smirnov in the United Kingdom: "Sovereignty is the nation's lifeblood"
Santa Clara, 27 January (ACN) From the heart of British legislative power, Cuban scientist Dr Fidel Antonio Castro Smirnov asserted that national sovereignty constitutes ‘the very oxygen of a nation’ during a speech to the United Kingdom Parliament, where he outlined Cuba's achievements in science and international cooperation.
In exclusive statements to the Cuban News Agency (ACN) via WhatsApp, Castro Smirnov described his participation on Tuesday at the Palace of Westminster as a ‘mission of love.’
Fidel in Westminster: Sovereignty as the nation's lifeblood
London.— On Tuesday, a truth that transcends borders and political times resounded in the Palace of Westminster. It was not just another formal speech; it was, in the words of its protagonist, a "mission of love". Dr Fidel Antonio Castro Smirnov, a prominent scientist and grandson of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, raised his voice before the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Cuba to make it clear that Fidel Castro's legacy "is not a debate about the past", but rather "a debate about the future".
Castro-Smirnov visits the United Kingdom in the centenary year of historic leader Fidel Castro
At the Cuban Embassy in the United Kingdom, we welcomed Dr. Fidel Antonio Castro Smirnov, who is visiting the country at the invitation of the Campaign for Solidarity with Cuba (CSC), where he will also participate in a scientific and academic programme that includes exchanges with British universities.
The meeting, marked by an atmosphere of warmth and emotion, provided an opportunity for deep reflection with the diplomatic mission, addressing essential issues that link the history, present and future of the Cuban nation.
Scottish Parliament Group Expresses Solidarity with Cuba and Condemns US Aggression
London, 21 January 2026.- The Embassy of Cuba in the United Kingdom expresses its profound gratitude for a formal message of solidarity and condolence received from the Scottish Parliament’s Cross Party Group for Cuba following the recent US military aggression in Venezuela.
Cuban Ambassador meets with the new Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group
London, 20 January 2026.- Her Excellency the Ambassador of Cuba to the United Kingdom held a pivotal meeting with Steve Witherden MP to officially congratulate him on his recent election as Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Cuba.