Georgetown, Guyana. 31-01-2023. His Excellency President Irfaan Ali accepted the Letters of Credence today from HE Jorge Francisco Soberón Luis accrediting him as the Resident Ambassador of Cuba to Guyana, at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive.
Discussions focused on strengthening the relationship between the two countries.
President Ali noted that the countries have a special bond that extends beyond the political sphere.
He recalled and expressed appreciation for Cuba's support of Guyana’s development, particularly in building out the human resource capability.
He said, too, that Guyana and Cuba can integrate their efforts in the areas of food security and production.
In his remarks, Ambassador Luis extended his gratitude to Guyana for its continued strong support while he acknowledged the many areas in which the two countries can further collaborate.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Honourable Hugh Todd, and the Ministry's Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Elisabeth Harper were also at the simple ceremony.
Guyana and Cuba established diplomatic relations 50 years ago.
