Wellington, April 17, 2024.- The Cuban Ambassador to New Zealand, Luis Ernesto Morejón Rodríguez, met with Ian Powell, who is a former Director of the Association of Salaried Doctors, and a well-known commentator on health, labor market, and political issues across various media outlets.
During the meeting, they discussed the Cuban health system and the biotechnological advances that Cuba has achieved over the years. The Ambassador emphasized Cuba's achievements and its commitment to providing free, quality health care to all its citizens.
Ian Powell shared his firsthand experience of visiting Cuba, where he had the opportunity to learn about the island's health care system and its biotechnology research programs. Powell has written several articles based on his experiences, praising the efficiency and innovation of the Cuban healthcare system.
During the meeting, the Ambassador expressed gratitude to Powell for his interest in Cuba's health system and for sharing his experience through his publications. Both individuals agreed that it is crucial to maintain and promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences in the field of health between Cuba and New Zealand.
The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the commitment to continue cooperating to strengthen the ties between both nations in health and biotechnology issues.