Anti-imperialist and patriotic debates will begin today in all communities of the country, led by the Committees for the Defence of the Revolution (CDR), the largest mass organisation in Cuba.

During the days of exchanges, which will take place until next July, more than 1,400 debates will be held.

The meetings will be an opportunity to denounce the blockade that the US government has maintained for more than 60 years against the island, now intensified by President Donald Trump as part of the economic war, according to Radio Reloj.

Officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, legal professionals and economists will appear as speakers at the debates.

The CDRs bring together the majority of the population aged 14 and over, who are eager to work for the benefit of the community.

Since their foundation, the Committees have been active in the fight against crime, illegalities, corruption, drugs and social indiscipline.

In addition to mobilising society in the tasks of defence and the conquests of socialism, the CDRs had, among other objectives, participation in the National Literacy Campaign and vaccinations against polio.