Cuban ambassador visits Sarawak Biodiversity Centre
The Cuban ambassador to Malaysia, Florentino Batista González, visited the Sarawak Biodiversity Centre, an institution of excellence in charge of intensive research and development based on biotechnology on the biological resources of this Malaysian state located on the island of Borneo.
The visit included tours of the different facilities and laboratories, meetings with the institution's specialists and a courtesy visit to YBhg Dato Dr Yeo Tiong Chia, Executive Director of the centre and Secretary of the Sarawak Biodiversity Council.
First Edition of Latin American Film Festival Inaugurated in Kuching, Sarawak
The inauguration of the first edition of the Latin American Film Festival in Kuching, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, took place this weekend.
The opening remarks of the event were made by the Cuban ambassador to Malaysia, Florentino Batista González, who expressed the satisfaction of the members of the Group of Latin American and Caribbean Embassies in Malaysia (GRULAC) for this milestone.
Cuban ambassador pays courtesy visit to Deputy Premier of the Malaysian state of Sarawak
The Cuban ambassador to Malaysia, Florentino Batista González, paid a courtesy visit to the Deputy Premier of the state of Sarawak, YB Datuk Amar Dr. Sim Kui Hian, Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government.
During the meeting, the Cuban diplomat presented to Dr. Sim Kui Hian the portfolio of biopharmaceutical products produced by the Cuban business group BioCubaFarma and outlined the possibilities of future collaborations that will help the mutual benefit of research between both countries.
Cuban Ambassador Offered Interview to Malaysian Television Channel, Bernama TV
The Cuban Ambassador to Malaysia, Florentino Batista González, offered an interview on Bernama TV about the relations between Cuba and Malaysia, which will reach their 50th anniversary in February 2025.
The Cuban diplomat referred to the importance of Cuba's relations not only with Malaysia but also with ASEAN and, in this regard, stressed the relevance of Malaysia's presidency in that regional organization.
Tribute to Cuban Culture in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, October 28, 2024 – Since October 20, Malaysia has been hosting a Journey dedicated to Cuban Culture in Malaysia, which has stood out for activities and events showcasing the cultural richness of Cuba. During the journey, the public had the opportunity to enjoy various artistic and cultural manifestations that highlighted Cuban cultural heritage and also served as a tribute to those who carry the art of this island around the world.