Alfredo Nieves Portuondo

Feb

11

2019

Newly inaugurated Spanish version of the Azerbaijan agency AZERTAC opens its doors to Cuba

The Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba in the Republic of Azerbaijan, Alfredo Nieves Portuondo, toured the facilities of the AZERTAC news agency and his new language dedicated to information in Spanish.

During the visit the Cuban diplomat was received by the President of the agency, Aslan Aslanov, whom he praised for the creation of the team and appreciated the importance of spreading the Azerbaijani reality in different languages.

Both parties, analyzed future collaborations and considered very valuable the exchange of information about what happens in our nations.

Feb

08

2019

Welcome to FITCuba 2019

The International Tourism Fair of Cuba, FITCuba 2019, on its 39th edition is the most important event in the Cuban Tourism Industry.

On this occasion the fair will be held at the Fortress of San Carlos de la Cabaña – construction of the eighteenth century, part of the Historic Center of Old Havana, declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 1982 by UNESCO.

Attendees will get the chance to enjoy a variety of celebrations for Havana 500th anniversary, from May 6 to 11, 2019. In addition professionals will benefit from commercial and promotional exchange as well.

Feb

07

2019

MARIEL SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT ZONE : A door to the world

Mariel Special Development Zone is the first of its type in Cuba and enjoys a privileged geographic location, in the center of the Caribbean Sea, at the crossroads of the main maritime commercial traffic routes in the Western Hemisphere.

The Office of Mariel Special Development Zone is the entity attached to the Council of Ministers, in charge of managing the Zone, controlling its activities, elaborating and conducting its Development and Business Program.

Feb

01

2019

Turkish Airlines a bridge between Baku- Istanbul-Havana

Turkish Airlines, the flagship airline of Turkey, on its flights from Baku-Istanbul- Havana, maintain a sustained flow of tourists to the Island.

During the meetings held between the general manager in Baku of Turkish Airlines Inc, Ilyas Seyfullah, and the Cuban ambassador, Alfredo Nieves Portuondo, it was highlighted that the company is satisfied to reach Cuba and transport hundreds of avid travelers to know their culture and his people.

Flights to Havana operate three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays in both directions.

Jan

31

2019

Increase travel of Azerbaijani tourists to Cuba

With the management of the wholesale tour operator Daytours Caribbean, Azerbaijani tourism began to increase its presence in Cuba since the beginning of this year 2019.

In conversation between the Cuban ambassador and the directors of this agency based in Istanbul and Havana, Altug Ugurola and Dayana Barreiro, it was learned that with the promotion held in Baku, in the fall of 2018, an interest has been awakened in this Caucasian nation for the Island.

Jan

30

2019

Azerbaijani media publish about the state of relations between Cuba and Azerbaijan

The Azertac press agency and the TV-portal Azvision.az published today two exclusive interviews offered to each media by the Ambassador of Cuba in the Republic of Azerbaijan, Alfredo Nieves Portuondo, on the occasion of the celebrations for the 60th anniversary of the Triumph of the Cuban Revolution and the 166th birthday of the National Hero, José Martí.

Both media highlighted the state of diplomatic relations between Cuba and Azerbaijan, as well as the life and work of the revolutionary leaders, José Martí Pérez and Fidel Castro Ruz.

Jan

29

2019

Important Azeri media highlights the life and work of José Martí on the 166th anniversary of his birth

The Azerbaijani press agency "Hafta" (Week), edited by the Ministry of Press and Information of this Caucasian nation, dedicated a large space to the life and work of the Cuban National Hero, José Martí Pérez, on the 166th anniversary of his natalicio

The prominent journalist, Vusal Tagibayli, highlights in the article the biographical moments of the Cuban revolutionary and publishes his poem "Dos Patrias" translated for the first time into the Azerbaijani language.

Jan

28

2019

Azerbaijan commemorates 166 anniversary of the birth of the National Hero of Cuba and 60 of the Triumph of the Revolution

The Association of Friendship Azerbaijan - Cuba and the Embassy of the Island in this Caucasian nation commemorated the 166th Anniversary of the birth of José Martí and the 60th of the Triumph of the Revolution with the realization of an exhibition of paintings in which Azerbaijani children reflected the history , the culture and traditions of the Cuban nation and the figures of the National Hero and the leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro Ruz.

Jan

27

2019

Cuban Ambassador to Uzbekistan met with Minister of Physical Culture and Sports

The Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba in the Republic of Uzbekistan, Alfredo Nieves Portuondo, held a working meeting with the Minister of Physical Culture and Sports of this Central Asian nation, Dilmurod Nabiyev.

During the official meeting, held at the Uzbek Ministry, the ambassador congratulated the incumbent on his appointment as Minister and explained various ways to develop cooperation in the sports field.

Jan

27

2019

Cuban Ambassador visits the historic Uzbek region of Samarkand

Invited by Uzbek authorities, the Cuban ambassador, Alfredo Nieves Portuondo, visited the city of Samarkand, the second city of Uzbekistan, declared a World Heritage Site in 2001 and registered as "Crossroads of cultures."

During the tour, the Cuban diplomat valued the conservation and restoration works carried out in this city, considered one of the oldest in the world, still inhabited.

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