Cuban Ambassador promotes greater knowledge of Cuba and the Caribbean in New Zealand.
Wellington, September 15. Cuban Ambassador Edgardo Valdes had an extensive and interesting exchange with Karim Dickie, President of the Wellington section of the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA) and Executive Director of the Caribbean Council.
They talked about Cuba, the Caribbean and their relationship with New Zealand.
Both agreed to work together for a better understanding of these issues and to disseminate business and investment opportunities in Cuba.
Change of the Post Office Box of the Embassy
Wellington, September 11. The Embassy of Cuba informs that from September 14, 2020, its new PO box will be:
P.O.BOX 22126
Khandallah, Wellington 6441
We apologize for any inconvenience the change may cause.
Cuban Ambassador visits the city of Whanganui
New Zealand,September 6.-Cuban Ambassador Edgardo Valdés visited the city of Whanganui, where he held a fraternal meeting with Mayor Hamish McDouall. They talked about the possible cultural exchange between that city and Cuba, and agreed to work together to bring to Whanganui the photographic exhibition "Cuba through kiwi eyes", an excellent set of photos of the island taken by New Zealand tourists.
The Cuban Ambassador was also interested in efficient agricultural production in that fertile region.
Cuban Ambassador meets with Director of CAPE-LATAM.
Wellington, August 18. The Cuban ambassador, Edgardo Valdés, received Mathew O´Meagher, Director of the Latin American chapter of the Asia-Pacific Center for Excellence (CAPE-LATAM) of New Zealand at the Embassy.
In a friendly atmosphere, they evaluated possible actions to, despite the complex world epidemiological situation, contribute to a better understanding of Cuba and Latin America in New Zealand.
Promoting informational events, publication of articles, academic exchanges and other forms of cooperation are in the plans.
Wellington Mayor visits the Cuban Embassy.
Wellington, August 7.- H.E Andy Foster, Mayor of Wellington, the capital of New Zealand, visited the Cuban Embassy today for a fraternal meeting with the Latin American Ambassadors.
It was a great opportunity to jointly evaluate future cultural actions aimed at expanding the knowledge of the city's inhabitants about our countries and cultures.
An exhibition of photos about Cuba and a Latin American cultural festival among the ideas to materialize soon.