Xi Jinping Sends Message of Condolence to First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel over Oil Storage Facility Explosions in Cuba

On August 8, 2022, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence to First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel over the explosions at an oil storage facility in Cuba.

Xi Jinping said, I was shocked to learn the oil storage facility explosions in Matanzas province in Cuba, which caused serious casualties and property losses. On behalf of the Chinese government and people as well as in my own name, I therefore mourn to the victims and extend deep condolences to the bereaved families and sincere sympathy to the injured. China is ready to provide assistance to Cuba.