In honor of Commander in Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, a solemn ceremony was organized by the Embassy of Cuba with the participation of Ambassadors of several countries to the State of Qatar and representatives of the Cuban State Mission in Qatar.
His Excellency Carlos José Mata Figeroa, Ambassador of the sister Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to the State of Qatar, highlighted the figure of Fidel and his deep friendship with Commander Hugo Rafael Chávez Frias, based on personal anecdotes.
For his part, Cuban Ambassador to Qatar, Oscar Leon Gonzalez, referred to the struggle and legacy of the Commander in Chief at the head of the Cuban people, his political vision, military strategy, and his permanent confidence in victory. He recalled Fidel's visit to the State of Qatar in 2001 and his close friendship with His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Amir. He also underscored the excellent relationship between the two countries that are consolidating and moving forward, led by H.E. Miguel Mario Diaz-Canel Bermudez, President of the Republic of Cuba, and His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar.
Doha, November 23rd, 2022
Press Office of the Embassy of Cuba in Qatar