Dubai, June 1.- The Ambassador of Cuba, Norberto Carlos Escalona Carrillo, accompanied by the Consul of the Diplomatic Mission in the United Arab Emirates, Anidelys Rojas Perera, attended the Majlis offered by Dr. Hanif Hassan Ali Al Qassim.
In a welcoming atmosphere, Dr. Al Qassim presented his autobiography, a vivid account of his pivotal role in the founding of the Emirati nation and its development. Among his contributions to the UAE, he stands out for having been Minister of Health, a position from which he held exchanges with Cuba. In addition, he was founder of Zayed University and the national education system.
During the conversation held with the Cuban Ambassador, Dr. Al Qassim praised the advances of the Caribbean nation in its medical services and biopharmaceutical industry.