Raul Castro Congratulates Newly Elected Pope

Cuba President Raul Castro congratulated Pope Francis for his election as Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church. “On the occasion of your election as Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church, I am pleased, on behalf of the Cuban government and people, to convey to Your Holiness my cordial greetings and best wishes for your pontificate,” stated the message released in this capital.

Throughout the text, the Cuban president also reiterated the testimony of his highest and distinguished consideration to Francis.