(VOVworld) – Cuba and the US agreed that their Bilateral Commission plays an important role in resolving issues of bilateral relations, and promotes cooperation.

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The 5^th session of the Bilateral Commission took place on Wednesday in Havana discussed achievements in diplomacy and cooperation, the approval of a new agreement on healthcare, the resumption of scheduled flights from the US to Havana. Cuba said although the US government has taken positive steps, the US restrictions and embargo on Cuba have considerably hindered Cuba’s economy and trade, and relations can be normalized only when all sanctions are removed.