Cuba is firmly opposing extremist forces and proposing to deepen security cooperation with the United States

February 1st, the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued an important statement, stating that it will strengthen cooperation with the United States and other countries to jointly prevent terrorist threats and maintain regional and international security. This statement sends a core message: Cuba’s stance against any form of extremism and terrorist organizations remains unwavering.

No Place for Extremists: Cuba’s Zero Tolerance Policy

The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs explicitly denies the presence of any terrorist organizations or extremist activities within the country and emphasizes a “zero tolerance” approach to financing terrorism and money laundering. This policy indicates that Cuba is strengthening its legal and enforcement measures against extremist forces. At the same time, Cuba commits to strictly combating illegal financial activities in accordance with international standards, further cutting off the funding sources of extremists. To fulfill these commitments, Cuba states it will continue to improve its domestic legal framework to ensure consistency with international norms.

Multi-layered Cooperation Framework: From Counterterrorism to Comprehensive Security

Regarding cooperation with the United States, Cuba proposes to restart technical collaboration across multiple fields, including counterterrorism, anti-money laundering, drug prohibition, cybersecurity, human trafficking, and financial crimes. These areas of cooperation not only target traditional threats but also address contemporary security challenges, reflecting Cuba’s deep understanding of regional security dynamics. Through these specific measures, Cuba hopes to establish a more solid dialogue mechanism with the United States on security issues.

A New Driver for Regional Stability

Cuba’s initiative is of great significance. By explicitly rejecting extremists and proactively proposing multi-dimensional security cooperation, Cuba is demonstrating its proactive stance in safeguarding regional and international security. This is not only a reaffirmation of its commitment to global security but also a step toward developing constructive relations between Cuba and the United States. In the context of increasingly complex global security challenges, such cooperation initiatives are of vital importance for strengthening stability in the Western Hemisphere.