PANAMA CITY – Prime Minister Stephen Harper has landed in Panama for the Summit of the Americas, looking to speak with Cuba’s president and promote Canadian business ties with Latin America.
Raul Castro’s attendance at the summit comes as the U.S. and Cuba move toward normal relations after a half-century of hostility.
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Three years ago, Canada and the U.S. were the only countries in the Western hemisphere to reject a proposal to invite Cuba to the summit.
However, Harper has apparently since had a change of heart.
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A government source says nothing has been firmed up, but Canada would welcome the chance for Harper and Castro to have a face-to-face chat.
Canada, which has maintained an unbroken diplomatic relationship with Cuba for 70 years, played a key role in hosting its recent talks with the U.S.
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