On August 2nd, 2018, the Ambassador of Cuba, Mario Alzugaray, took part in the panel "In what world we are living",
The event, organized by the New Zealand Institute of International Relations (NZIIA), served as a farewell to the Executive Director Maty Nikkhou O'brien, who ceases in her functions after three years in office.
Wellington, July 10th, 2018. In a relaxed atmosphere, the third secretary Saimin Fis Abad held a fruitful exchange with Aneesa Delpachitra, a student at Newlands College who will represent Cuba in the United Nations Model of New Zealand, the main event that is organized by the UN Youth New Zealand, would be attended by more than 270 delegates from all over the country and will be held at Victoria University from July 10 to 13.
Wellington, July 10, 2018. The Ambassadors of Latin America and the Chargé d'Affaires a.i de Cuba, held a meeting with Rachel Williams, director of the Travel Agency Viva Expeditions, a company that specializes in the promotion of Latin America, the Caribbean and Antarctica as tourist destinations.
During the exchange, it was possible to confirm the increased interest of the Latin American region and Cuba in particular as a tourist destination, prioritizing the concepts of group travel, personalized itineraries, interaction with people, culture and local customs.
Wellington, June 26, 2018. At the Cuban Embassy in Wellington, Ambassador Mario Alzugaray Rodríguez held a cordial exchange with graduate students from the University of Canterbury, who are pursuing a Master's Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy.
During the meeting the Cuban diplomat offered details about the history and prospects of economic and social development of Cuba. He also explained the main characteristics of Cuban foreign policy and the actions of Cuba in several forums and multilateral organizations.
Hamilton, June 15th, 2018. On the occasion of Fieldays agricultural fair, organized by the homonym National Society, third secretary Saimin Fis Abad had the opportunity to exchange with the Minister of Agriculture, Damien O'Connor and get a better understanding of opportunities for Cuba, especially in exchanges with local producers of the livestock industry.
During the brief exchange, the diplomat expressed her gratitude for the invitation to participate in this prestigious event and confirmed the interest of Cuba in knowing about the New Zealand experiences in this sector.