Vice President of the Council of State of Cuba received the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union
Havana, 15 April 2018. The Vice President of the Council of State of the Republic of Cuba, H.E. Mr. Salvador Valdés Mesa received the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union, H.E. Mr. Kwesi Quartey, in the Palace of the Revolution.
During the meeting both leaders exchanged on the historic relations existing between Cuba and Africa and expressed their willigness to continue boosting the links within the framework of the AU Agenda 2063.
Cuban Acting Foreign Minister received the AU Deputy Chairperson
Havana, April 14, 2018. The Acting Foreign Minister of Cuba, H.E. Mr. Marcelino Medina welcomed the DCP of the African Union, H.E. Mr. Kwesi Quartey, in the framework of his official visit to Cuba.
During the meeting, both parties expressed their commitment to continue strengthening relations as part of the Agenda 2063.
Mr. Quartey acknowledged the contribution of Cuba to the independence of various African countries and highlighted the cooperation programs established in several countries.
Cuba and the AU signed an MOU of cooperation in 2015.
Cuban Ambassador attended dinner to honour the new Ethiopian Prime Minister
Addis Ababa. The Ambassador of Cuba to Ethiopia attended the Gala Dinner to celebrate the election of H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed as Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in the Presidential Palace. The Latin American Group of the Diplomatic Corps and the Director General for the Americas in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia were in attendance.
Deputy Chairperson of the African Union paid respects to Fidel and Martí
Santiago de Cuba, 11 April 2018: The Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, paid a four day official visit to Cuba. On arrival, the Deputy Chairperson visited Fidel Castro's mausoleum in Santiago de Cuba city, for a wreath laying and remembrance ceremony, to pay respects to the legendary revolutionary leader. He also signed the condolences book.
Deputy Chairperson of the African Union visited Santiago de Cuba
Santiago de Cuba, 12 April 2018. The Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mr. Thomas Kwesi Quartey arrived in Santiago de Cuba to participate in the XVI International Conference on African and Afro-American Culture where he delivered a keynote address on the implementation of the flagship programs of the organization.