Approximately 1,700 tons of food supplies from Mexico and Uruguay arrived today in Havana aboard a Mexican vessel, carrying solidarity aid intended for the benefit of the Cuban people.

This donation, which constitutes the eighth shipment made by Mexico—this time in collaboration with Uruguay—includes rice, beans, and powdered milk, among other essential products.

In statements to the press, Miguel Ignacio Díaz Reynoso, Mexico’s ambassador to Cuba, noted that this aid comes not only from his government but also from various civil organizations in Mexico that have joined in solidarity with the Cuban people.

Díaz Reynoso emphasized that it is the will of his government, led by President Claudia Sheinbaum, to continue supporting the Caribbean nation, which suffers from the effects of the U.S. embargo.

Regarding the coordination with Uruguay, the diplomat expressed his gratitude to that country for sending aid to Cuba on the same vessel, while also stating that Mexico is willing to collaborate with any nation that wishes to extend its support to the largest of the Antilles.

Juan Andrés Canessa Franco, Uruguay’s ambassador to Cuba, stated that the donation of powdered milk by his government is “only a small gesture” compared to what must be done in terms of solidarity and cooperation in the region, given the difficult times and the siege imposed on Cuba by imperialism.

Speaking to the press, Óscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, Cuba’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment, commented that this aid arrives at a crucial moment, as the country faces the intensification of aggressive policies by the U.S. government against Cuba. He added that the nation receives with gratitude the products sent by sister nations.

He argued that these food supplies will be distributed among those most in need, particularly children, the elderly, and vulnerable populations.

In his remarks, Alberto López Díaz, Minister of the Food Industry, highlighted that each donated item represents the closeness of the Mexican and Uruguayan peoples to Cuba and is received with responsibility and a commitment to reach those who need them most.

He added that this aid transcends borders and recalls the principles of solidarity and integration that characterize Latin America.

The event was also attended by Emilio Lozada García, member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and head of the Department of International Relations, as well as representatives from the Ministries of Foreign Relations, Domestic Trade, Energy and Mines, and other organizations.