Havana, Cuba: Russian President Vladimir Putin has begun a six-day Latin American tour seeking to boost trade and ties in the region.
Putin arrived early Friday in Havana and was greeted at the airport by Cuba's vice president. He's expected to meet with President Raul Castro and former leader Fidel Castro.
Russia is nearing final ratification of forgiving 90 percent of Cuba's Soviet-era debt, totaling more than $35 billion. The remaining 10 percent will be spent by Havana on local investment projects selected with Russian input.
Putin arrived early Friday in Havana and was greeted at the airport by Cuba's vice president. He's expected to meet with President Raul Castro and former leader Fidel Castro.
Russia is nearing final ratification of forgiving 90 percent of Cuba's Soviet-era debt, totaling more than $35 billion. The remaining 10 percent will be spent by Havana on local investment projects selected with Russian input.
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