Castro says Cuba won’t negotiate Africa troop withdrawal
Fidel Castro told American reporters that Cuba will not discuss withdrawing troops from Africa as it hinders US Cuba relations. He defended Cuban involvement as a response to post 1961 socialist ties and said normalization with the United States depends on more than Africa. He indicated willingness to meet President Carter but downplayed pressuring an interview.
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United States Halts Aid Over Bokassa Coronation
State Department ends new aid to the Central African Empire citing human rights violations and the lavish coronation of President Jean-Bedel Bokassa. Reports say up to 30 million dollars funded the event, about a quarter of national income, prompting private concerns about prioritizing development over ceremony. Existing commitments will be honored. no new projects will be funded.
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