Coronation ceremony of the new Māori Queen, Te Arikinui Kuīni Nga wai hono i te pō
Wellington, September 4, 2025. – The Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to New Zealand, Luis Ernesto Morejón Rodríguez, took part, together with the diplomatic corps accredited in the country, in the solemn coronation ceremony of the new Māori Queen, Te Arikinui Kuīni Nga wai hono i te pō, held at Tūrangawaewae Marae, the central seat of the Kiingitanga.
Cuban Ambassador Meets with Rotorua Mayor and Agrees to Bring Cuban Art Exhibition to the City
Wellington, 19 August 2025 – The Ambassador of Cuba to New Zealand, Luis Ernesto Morejón Rodríguez, paid a working visit to the city of Rotorua, where he held a meeting with Mayor Tania Tōgiatama.
Cuba joins the jubilee marking the 60th anniversary of the Cook Islands’ independence
Wellington, 8 August 2025 — With a spirit of jubilation, unity, and national pride, the Cook Islands celebrated the 60th anniversary of their independence in free association with New Zealand, a historic milestone that brought together communities from across the archipelago, its diaspora, and delegations from friendly nations.
Cuban Ambassador participates in the 60th anniversary of the independence of the Cook Islands.
Cuban Ambassador Visits Tūranga Library in Christchurch and Explores Opportunities for Cultural and Community Cooperation
Christchurch, 27 May 2025 – As part of his official visit to the city of Christchurch, the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to New Zealand, Luis Ernesto Morejón Rodríguez, held a meaningful meeting with senior staff at Tūranga Library, the city’s central public library.
The discussion focused on the role of public libraries as vibrant spaces for access to knowledge, cultural diversity, and civic engagement. Both sides acknowledged the value of promoting mutual understanding through cultural activities, literary exhibitions, and spaces for dialogue around history and identity.