A history of unity and struggle that we will not betray
Full remarks by Rodrigo Malmierca Díaz, Ambassador of Cuba to Canada, at a discussion organized by the Canadian Network on Cuba (CNC), Ottawa, February 13, 2026.
Good afternoon. I want to thank the Canadian Network on Cuba for convening this meeting. We are pleased to welcome you to the Embassy to address your interest in learning more about the situation in Cuba. We appreciate the participation of our friends of Cuba and Cubans residing in Canada who are with us in Ottawa, as well as all those joining us online.
Canadian minister reiterates friendship with Cuba
Ottawa – The Ambassador of Cuba, Rodrigo Malmierca Díaz, held a friendly meeting with the Honorable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons.
During the exchange, the Cuban Ambassador provided an update on the situation in Cuba, which has been exacerbated by the tightening of the U.S. economic blockade, particularly in the energy sector.
Minister MacKinnon reiterated Canada’s historic position of friendship toward the Cuban people.
Cuba strengthens ties with Quebec
Quebec – From February 2 to 4, the Consul General of Cuba in Montreal, Susana Malmierca Benítez, carried out a working visit to Quebec City, where she participated in the 38th edition of the Annual Days for Heads of Consular Posts.
Prior to the event, Malmierca Benítez held a meeting with Mathieu Parenteau, Director for Latin America and the Caribbean at the Quebec Ministry of International Relations and La Francophonie. During the dialogue, they reviewed various aspects of the bilateral relationship between Cuba and Quebec, highlighting opportunities for mutual collaboration.




