India, May 14 -- The United States has certified Cuba as a 'not fully cooperating country', or NFCC, under section 40A of the Arms Export Control Act.

The certification by the Secretary of State Marco Rubio is based on the conclusion that Cuba did not fully cooperate with U.S. counter-terrorism efforts in 2024.

As a result, the sale or license for export of defense articles and services to Cuba will be prohibited.

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