Helsinki. May 4, 2022.- A pleasant meeting was held by the Ambassador of Cuba, Beatriz Parra González, with His Excellency the Lutheran Bishop Joan Candelin, goodwill ambassador of the international organization "First Step Forum", who was received at the Cuban diplomatic headquarters.
In the exchange, the Ambassador explained the state of the national economy since the tightening of the blockade, and its impact on the daily life of the people. Likewise, he referred to the control of the pandemic in the country, based on the development of three vaccines and two vaccine candidates, as well as countless products that have been incorporated to combat the Covid-19 virus on the Island. that these results are also due to the high individual responsibility shown by the Cuban people in this pandemic period.
For his part, the Lutheran Bishop shared experiences of the work of the organization he represents, and referred to the historical ties that sustain his relations with Cuba. He highlighted his condemnation of the blockade, particularly for its impact on sick children who cannot acquire specific medications as a result of it.
The Cuban Ambassador thanked Her Excellency Joan Candelin for her words and her congratulations to her management, as well as the affection shown towards the Cuban people.
(Embacuba Finland)