Cubans resident in Lebanon celebrated the anniversaries of the "José Martí" Pioneers Organization and the Union of Young Communists
Beirut, 8 abr (PL-EmbaCuba Líbano) Cubans residents in Lebanon celebrated the anniversaries of the "José Martí" Pioneers Organization and the Union of Young Communists with Cuban dances and collective games at the headquarters of the Cuban Embassy in this capital. In the introductory speech, the Cuban Ambassador Miguel Porto Parga highlighted the strong patriotic feelings of the Cuban community in Lebanon and the importance of keeping them in the younger generations. Also expressed solidarity with the Brazilian leader, Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva, who faces an unjust prison sentence.
Ambassador of Cuba corroborated the acceptance of Cuban charcoal in Lebanese market
The Ambassador of Cuba, Miguel Porto Parga, on a tour in Chtoura, a town in the Bekaa Governorate, visited the "El Cubano" store, which specializes in the sale of marabou charcoal imported from the Cuba. The businessman Ali El Bast, owner of the establishment, explained to the Cuban diplomat the high demand that the Cuban product has among the restaurants in the area, mainly because of its aroma and durability.
The Cuban Ambassador was received by the authorities of the municipality of Chtoura in the Bekaa region
The Ambassador of Cuba, Miguel Porto Parga was received by Mohamed Ahmed El Bast, President of the municipality of Chtoura, as well as by other authorities and businessmen of that region. During the meeting the Cuban diplomat updated those present on the political situation on the island and about the business and investment opportunities.
Cubans in Lebanon and their families pays homage to Jose Martí
28th January, 2018. Beirut. The 165th Anniversary of the birth of Cuban National Hero José Martí was celebrated at a meeting of Cubans residents in Lebanon and their families at the Cuban Embassy in Beirut.
Despite the persistent rain and cold, several dozen of Cubans and Lebanese came to the headquarters of the Cuban Legation to remember the Apostle. The new Ambassador of the island, Miguel Porto Parga, started the tribute by enhancing the symbolism of Martí as a point of unity and reunion of the Cubans in these latitudes and the consolidation of their roots.
Ambassador Miguel Porto Parga presents Credentials to the President of the Lebanese Republic
The Lebanese President, General Michel Aoun, received in a solemn audience at the Baabda Palace the credentials of the new Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Lebanon Miguel Porto Parga.