On June 29, an important political function was held at the Palace of the Revolution in the Cuban capital Havana to mark the July 1 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March.
It was attended by the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, along with members of the party’s Political Bureau; leaders of the Party, the State, the Government, the Young Communist League, mass organisations, the Revolutionary Armed Forces, the Ministry of the Interior, the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP), and others. Also present were Chinese Ambassador Hua Xin, members of his staff, Chinese students, and representatives of Chinese companies based on the island; as well as ambassadors and other members of the diplomatic corps.
In his speech, Ambassador Hua Xin affirmed that: “The Communist Party of China will always stand with the Communist Party of Cuba,” adding:
“Today, faced with the escalating blockade imposed by the United States, as well as its military threats, the Party, the Government, and the people of Cuba remain steadfast in their conviction, will not yield to pressure, and will resolutely defend national sovereignty and the socialist cause.
“We categorically oppose the illegal unilateral sanctions and any form of military intervention; we demand that the United States immediately end the blockade and all forms of coercion, and that it cease violating the Cuban people’s right to survival and development.
“We firmly support Cuba in exploring a path of socialist development, in accordance with its national conditions; and we highly value the decision of the Communist Party of Cuba to courageously promote measures of economic and social transformation. We are confident that, under the leadership of the Communist Party of Cuba, the heroic Cuban people will overcome current difficulties and achieve new victories in socialist construction.”
The keynote address at the commemoration was delivered by Emilio Lozada García, member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and head of its International Relations Department. Recalling the visionary pioneers who founded the CPC in 1921, he said:
“Those 50 courageous communist militants have multiplied and today number more than one hundred million, making them the largest Communist Party in the world today.”
He added that: “In the history of its struggle, the heroic leadership of the Long March by the Red Army, between October 1934 and October 1936, stands out. This campaign gave a new and decisive direction to the war and demonstrated what a people, guided by its Communist Party, is capable of achieving.”
Moving towards the present day, he noted: “The Reform and Opening Up policy, after almost five decades of implementation, has allowed China to become the world’s second-largest economy and has demonstrated the validity of socialism as a political system.
“It has also been key in the process of national reunification, especially in the incorporation of Hong Kong and Macao in 1997 and 1999.
“The theoretical and practical contributions of Chinese communists to Marxism-Leninism and the process of building socialism have been fundamental, both economically, politically, and ideologically. The top Chinese Party leaders, from Chairman Mao Zedong to the current General Secretary Xi Jinping, have played a vital role in advancing socialist thought in a once-poor country that, in less than a century, has achieved a high level of socioeconomic development and the eradication of extreme poverty.”
In the international arena, Emilio Lozada highlighted that: “The initiatives promoted in recent years by the General Secretary of the Party, Comrade Xi Jinping, regarding the Belt and Road Initiative, the Building of a Community with a Shared Future for Humanity, as well as the initiatives on global security, development, civilisation, and governance, have been particularly relevant… Both parties promote cooperation with political forces of the Global South through the BRICS Political Parties Forum and other international party spaces. They foster unity and coordination among all communist parties at the International Meeting of Communist and Workers’ Parties.”
Bilaterally, he stressed: “We appreciate the firm and unwavering support of the Communist Party of China against the economic, commercial, and financial blockade and the energy embargo imposed by the United States government, as well as against the infamous accusation against Army General Raúl Castro Ruz.
“The Communist Party of Cuba is grateful for the constant support and accompaniment of the Communist Party of China, especially in the current circumstances of collective punishment and silent genocide against the Cuban people.”
He further emphasised: “The Communist Party of China is today an indispensable reference point in the process of building socialism and has demonstrated that the socialist system is a viable alternative to the savage capitalism that they are trying to impose on us from the North.
“Its commitment to achieving a more just, democratic, and equitable international order reaffirms that a better world is possible.”
Concluding, he noted: “In 2007, on the anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, stated: ‘Eighty-six years have passed since the establishment of the Communist Party of China. Now China has become an example and a bastion of hope for other countries.’
“Nineteen years later, these words remain fully relevant.”
The following articles were originally published by the Cuban newspaper Granma.
As a sister nation, Cuba celebrated the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China
June 30 (Granma) – To commemorate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March—events of undeniable significance in the history of the People’s Republic of China and the world—an official ceremony was held this Monday afternoon at the Palace of the Revolution. The ceremony, which was held in the spirit of brotherhood between the two nations, was attended by the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez.
This is what Comrade Hua Xin, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Cuba, said from the Portocarrero Hall: common faith and experiences of struggle closely unite two socialist countries; both led by communist parties.
“The Communist Party of China will always stand with the Communist Party of Cuba,” the diplomat affirmed during an event that also included the presence, from Cuba, of members of the Political Bureau; leaders of the Party, the State, the Government, the Young Communist League, mass organizations, the Revolutionary Armed Forces, the Ministry of the Interior, the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples, and other guests at the commemoration.
Also present in the beautiful hall, representing the Asian giant, were officials from the Chinese Embassy in Cuba, students, and representatives of Chinese companies based on the island; as well as ambassadors and other members of the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Caribbean nation.
In an address marked by gratitude, remembrance, and conviction, Comrade Hua Xin declared: “On July 1st, we will celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. On behalf of the Embassy of China in Cuba, I thank the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba for organizing this commemorative event, and I extend my sincerest greetings and gratitude to the Party, the Government, and friends from all sectors of Cuba who have consistently supported the friendship between our parties and countries.”
Comrade Hua Xin recalled the founding process of the Communist Party of China, how “its pioneers gave life to a great founding spirit: adherence to the truth, defense of ideals, fulfillment of original aspirations, undertaking historical missions, readiness for sacrifice, heroic struggle, loyalty, and commitment to the people.”
This spirit, he explained, constitutes “the spiritual source of the Communist Party of China.”
Later in his remarks, the ambassador commented that “one of the decisive factors in the Communist Party of China’s great achievements has been its constant commitment to strengthening its own development.” He emphasized that a profound synthesis of over a century of experience has been carried out, incorporating novel ideas, approaches, and strategies in which Xi Jinping Thought has played a crucial role, and where it has become clear that “Party leadership is the essential characteristic of socialism with Chinese characteristics.”
Later in his remarks, Comrade Hua Xin emphasized: “Today, faced with the escalating blockade imposed by the United States, as well as its military threats, the Party, the Government, and the people of Cuba remain steadfast in their conviction, will not yield to pressure, and will resolutely defend national sovereignty and the socialist cause.” He stressed:
“We categorically oppose the illegal unilateral sanctions and any form of military intervention; we demand that the United States immediately end the blockade and all forms of coercion, and that it cease violating the Cuban people’s right to survival and development.”
“We firmly support Cuba in exploring a path of socialist development, in accordance with its national conditions; and we highly value the decision of the Communist Party of Cuba to courageously promote measures of economic and social transformation. We are confident that, under the leadership of the Communist Party of Cuba, the heroic Cuban people will overcome current difficulties and achieve new victories in socialist construction.”
The keynote address at the commemoration was delivered by Emilio Lozada García, member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and head of its International Relations Department. In his speech, he remembered the pioneers of the vanguard political organization in the sister nation and remarked: “Those 50 courageous communist militants have multiplied and today number more than one hundred million, making them the largest Communist Party in the world today.”
In a recounting of victories, Emilio Lozada said, “The Communist Party of China has achieved numerous successes over the past 105 years.” He then brought up the fact that “in the history of its struggle, the heroic leadership of the Long March by the Red Army, between October 1934 and October 1936, stands out. This campaign gave a new and decisive direction to the war and demonstrated what a people, guided by its Communist Party, is capable of achieving.”
“The leadership exercised by the Chinese communist organization for more than seventy years in guiding the long and complex process of building socialism is unprecedented,” the party leader emphasized.
Elsewhere in his remarks, Lozada stated that “in the international arena, the Chinese Communists have promoted peace, multilateralism, the defense of international law, and the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations.”
“The initiatives promoted in recent years by the General Secretary of the Party, Comrade Xi Jinping, regarding the Belt and Road Initiative, the Building of a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind, as well as the initiatives on global security, development, civilization, and governance, have been particularly relevant.”
Currently, Emilio Lozada emphasized, “the Communist Party of Cuba and the Communist Party of China are working toward building a bilateral Community with a Shared Future.” He then underscored:
“We appreciate the firm and unwavering support of the Communist Party of China against the economic, commercial, and financial blockade and the energy embargo imposed by the United States government, as well as against the infamous accusation against Army General Raúl Castro Ruz.”
The Cuban leader also stated: “The Communist Party of Cuba is grateful for the constant support and accompaniment of the Communist Party of China, especially in the current circumstances of collective punishment and silent genocide against the Cuban people.” He further emphasized: “The Communist Party of China is today an indispensable reference point in the process of building socialism and has demonstrated that the socialist system is a viable alternative to the savage capitalism that they are trying to impose on us from the North.”
“Its commitment to achieving a more just, democratic, and equitable international order reaffirms that a better world is possible.”
The Communist Party of China is today an indispensable reference point in the process of building socialism
By Emilio Lozada García, Head of the International Relations Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba – remarks at the ceremony commemorating the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March. Havana, June 29, 2026.
June 30 (Granma) – Comrade Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic; other leaders of the Party, the State, and the Government; Comrade Hua Xin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Cuba; distinguished guests:
We are honored to celebrate today the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March, two events of great historical significance for that fraternal people and for all humanity.
Faced with the difficult circumstances the Asian country was experiencing due to the military aggression of Western powers and the rise of counter-revolutionary forces, on July 1, 1921, a group of around 50 Chinese communists met in Shanghai to found what remains to this day their vanguard political organization. This event is even more significant because they were harassed by the police and had to conclude their First National Congress on a boat on a lake in the region.
Those 50 courageous communist militants have multiplied and today number more than 100 million, making them the largest Communist Party in the world today.
The Communist Party of China has achieved numerous accomplishments over the past 105 years.
In the history of their struggle, the heroic feat of the Great March by the Red Army stands out, between October 1934 and October 1936, which gave a new and definitive direction to the war, and which demonstrated what a people guided accurately by their Communist Party is capable of doing.
Then came the victory in the fight against Japanese militarism in September 1945 and the triumph of the October Revolution of 1949, where the Party played a decisive role.
The leadership exercised by the Chinese Communist Party for over seventy years in guiding the long and complex process of building socialism is unprecedented.
The Communist Party of China has been able to consolidate economic development for the benefit of the people. The Reform and Opening Up policy, after almost five decades of implementation, has allowed China to become the world’s second-largest economy and has demonstrated the validity of socialism as a political system.
It has also been key in the process of national reunification, especially in the incorporation of Hong Kong and Macao in 1997 and 1999.
The theoretical and practical contributions of Chinese communists to Marxism-Leninism and the process of building socialism have been fundamental, both economically, politically, and ideologically. The top Chinese Party leaders, from Chairman Mao Zedong to the current General Secretary Xi Jinping, have played a vital role in advancing socialist thought in a once-poor country that, in less than a century, has achieved a high level of socioeconomic development and the eradication of extreme poverty.
In the international arena, Chinese communists have promoted peace, multilateralism, and the defense of international law and the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. In recent years, the initiatives promoted by General Secretary Xi Jinping, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Building a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind, and the initiatives on global security, development, civilization, and governance, have been particularly significant.
Comrades:
The Communist Party of Cuba and the Communist Party of China maintain an excellent relationship, based on trust, mutual respect, and the legacy of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, and the top Chinese leaders throughout these years of coexistence of our Revolutions.
The ties between our two political organizations constitute the cornerstone of the bonds between our two countries.
The leading role of our communist parties contributes decisively to the implementation of the consensus reached by our top leaders, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and Xi Jinping, since 2022.
The theoretical and practical exchange between our two parties has been consolidated over the past 15 years. Clear evidence of this includes the holding of theoretical seminars, the seventh of which took place in December 2025 in Beijing; the exchange of experiences among cadres at different levels on the construction of socialism; and party support for the development of economic projects of mutual interest in priority areas, both nationally and regionally.
In the international arena, both parties promote cooperation with political forces of the so-called Global South through the BRICS Political Parties Forum and other international party spaces. They foster unity and coordination among all communist parties at the International Meeting of Communist and Workers’ Parties.
Currently, the Communist Party of Cuba and the Communist Party of China are working toward building a bilateral Community of Shared Future.
We appreciate the firm and unwavering support of the Communist Party of China against the economic, commercial, and financial blockade and the energy embargo imposed by the United States government, as well as against the infamous accusation against Army General Raúl Castro Ruz.
The three statements by the spokesperson for the International Department of the Communist Party of China rejecting the two executive orders of January 29 and May 1, as well as other cruel blockade measures by the U.S. administration, have been particularly noteworthy.
The Communist Party of Cuba expresses its gratitude for the continued support and solidarity of the Communist Party of China, especially in the current circumstances of collective punishment and silent genocide against the Cuban people.
We reiterate, once again, the historic position of the Communist Party of Cuba in support of the “One China” principle and reaffirm that Taiwan is an inalienable part of that sister nation.
Comrades:
In 2007, on the anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, stated: “Eighty-six years have passed since the establishment of the Communist Party of China. Now China has become an example and a bastion of hope for other countries.”
Nineteen years later, these words remain fully relevant. The Communist Party of China is today an indispensable reference point in the process of building socialism and has demonstrated that the socialist system is a viable alternative to the unbridled capitalism that the North is trying to impose on us. Its commitment to achieving a more just, democratic, and equitable international order reaffirms that a better world is possible.
Long live the brotherly Communist Party of China!
Long live the eternal friendship between our communist parties!
Always onward to victory!
Thank you very much.
