CCTV9英语新闻：US President Obama starts historic visit to Cuba

U.S. President Barack Obama has begun a historic visit to Cuba. It opens a new chapter in U.S. relations with its neighbor after decades of Cold War-era animosity.

 

Obama landed in Havana on Sunday. He and his family were greeted by Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez as well as other Cuban and U.S. officials. Havana Vieja (Old Havana), the capital’s historic district, was the first stop Sunday.

 

During the three-day trip, Obama is set to meet with his Cuban counterpart Raul Castro  Monday. And on the last day of the tour, Obama will give a speech on live Cuban television.