The free event in Glasgow is organised by the Scottish Cuba Solidarity Campaign and is one of many stops on his tour “100 years with Fidel”.

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Fidel Castro’s birth on August 13, 1926.

Arthur West, secretary of the Scottish Cuba Solidarity Campaign, said it is “only fitting” for Antonio to come to Glasgow due to the city’s long standing history of solidarity with Cuba.

West continued: “This event couldn’t come at a more fitting time – conditions are desperate in Cuba with the continuing US economic blockade and the Cuban people are facing incredible hardships on a day-to-day basis as a result of the trade embargo.

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“The Scottish trade union movement has shown incredible ongoing solidarity with us.

“Our campaign is one that will continue raising awareness for the current situation in Cuba, we only hope to expand awareness here in Scotland of the difficulties faced by Cubans on a daily basis.”

The event comes after US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on countries that supply oil to Cuba.

On Thursday, January 29 the president also claimed that the actions of the Government of Cuba constitute an “unusual and extraordinary threat”.

He also accused Havana of hosting “dangerous adversaries of the United States”.

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened Cuba.

Previously, he ordered Cuba to “make a deal, before it is too late”‘ although he has never specified what the terms of a deal would be.

Joining Anotonio in speaking at the event will be Roz Foyer, the general secretary of the Scottish Trade Union Council, and Carol Mochan, Scottish Labour MSP.

Through the speech Fidel is expected to reflect on his grandfather’s legacy and revolutionary life.

He is expected to touch on Cuba’s achievements in health, education and science alongside touching on the current wider situation faced in Latin America.

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Fidel Antonio Castro Smirnov remains in Cuba to this day, he is a scientist and professor of nuclear physics and applied sciences based in Havana.

The 46-year-old is a leading academic and advocate for Cuba’s international work, scientific community, and sustainability work.

West added: “It’s important that we recognise the legacy of Castro, and the importance of Cuba itself in the modern day.

“Despite all the difficulties they face, they still deliver first class education and health services, as well as international solidarity work that is second to none.

“Cuba tells us that there is a way forward. There is no finer example that a better world is possible.”

The Cuba Solidarity Campaign have raised over £250,000 to send medicine, equipment, and supplies to Cuba – and in collaboration with Jacob’s Well Appeal have sent over £1.3 million worth of aid to the island.

Those interested in attending the event can do so by reserving their place for free by clicking here.