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Canadian-Spanish Dialogue on Cuba
05/03/2009 By Susanne Gratius
Canada and Spain are privileged partners of Cuba; the former due to its policies, and the latter due to its historical links. On the basis of this background, a group of experts from the three countries exchanged opinions and perspectives on Canadian and Spanish policies towards Cuba, their relations with the island, and the prospects for triangular cooperation.
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Both Canada and Spain coincide in their policy based on constructive commitment without prerequisites. In both countries, smooth economic relations contrast with ups and downs in terms of political dialogue and cooperation. These differences have been more pronounced in the case of Spain, which does not have a state policy towards Cuba. Still, the United States has a prominent role in Cuba’s foreign relations cluster, as US policy of sanctions has prevented openness and has conditioned Canadian and Spanish policies. If the US changed its attitude, the largest obstacle to openness – foreign pressure – could vanish for the first time.
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Bio author: Susanne Gratius
Latin America. Emerging powers. Brazil. Cuba. Venezuela. EU-Latin American relations.
