The Chargé d'Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of the Republic of Cuba in India, Abel Aballe Despaigne, participated in the International Business Conclave 2024 held in the city of Lucknow, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, organized by the Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry of that state. The event was chaired by Deputy Chief Minister JPS Rathore ji and was attended by companies and business people from various sectors.
The Cuban diplomat, in his speech, highlighted the historical relations between Cuba and India for over 60 years, which have been based on solidarity, friendship and cooperation. He also referred to the potentialities to be explored to strengthen economic relations between the two nations. In this regard, he pointed out the attractions of our country for Indian businessmen, as well as the sectors that offer the best opportunities for business relations between India and Cuba in terms of trade and investment, such as biotechnology, renewable energies, agriculture, food industry, information technologies and tourism. Finally, he extended an invitation to all those present to participate in the Havana International Fair, FIHAV 2024, Cuba's main trade fair.