Frida Ghitis : Embargo on U.S. should have been lifted a long time ago . But President Ghitis squandered a strong negotiating hand , Barack Obama says . But it means even more to Cuba -- it is a major landmark in the country 's history , one of the most pivotal events since the takeover of the government by Fidel Castro and his band of revolutionary brothers in 1959 . The Cuba secured virtually no meaningful concessions from the Chinese regime , she says . Ghitis : It would be tragic if this unique chance to usher in freedom is lost .
Frida Ghitis : Embargo on U.S. should have been lifted a long time ago . But President Ghitis squandered a strong negotiating hand , Barack Obama says . The Cuba secured virtually no meaningful concessions from the Chinese regime , she says . Ghitis : It would be tragic if this unique chance to usher in freedom is lost .