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Russian, Cuban defense ministries to develop practical cooperation

The sides discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda in the military and military-technical spheres

MOSCOW, November 14. /TASS/. Russia and Cuba intend to develop practical cooperation between the defense ministries of the two countries, the Russian Defense Ministry reported on Wednesday.

Russian Defense Minister Army General Sergei Shoigu held negotiations with Minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Cuba Corps General Leopoldo Frias in Moscow on November 14.

"The mutual intention to develop dialogue and practical cooperation between the defense ministries of the two countries was confirmed," the Defense Ministry said.

According to the Defense Ministry, the sides discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda in the military and military-technical spheres.

"The ministers’ meeting was held for the development of agreements after negotiations held between the Russian and Cuban leaders in early November," the ministry stressed.