India Thursday welcomed the resumption of diplomatic ties between the US and Cuba after more than 50 years.
In response to a media query, external affairs ministry spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin said: "India, which enjoys excellent relations with the United States of America and the Republic of Cuba, welcomes the decision by both the countries to re-establish diplomatic relations."
In a major policy shift, the US and Cuba announced restoration of diplomatic relations and also agreed on a swap of prisoners, including five US men held in Cuba for years.
