OREANDA-NEWS. November 11, 2008. The President noted that relations between Russia and Cuba are developing very dynamically and overcoming the hiatus of the past decade, but there is nevertheless a need to intensify trade and economic ties.

The Cuban Foreign Minister gave the President of Russia a message from the Cuban leadership and an invitation for an official visit to Cuba.

Dmitry Medvedev conveyed his greetings and best wishes for the health of Fidel Castro.