Diplomatic relations between Cuba and Malaysia were established on February 6, 1975.
On this 50th anniversary, we remember the milestones of relations between Cuba and Malaysia, whose foundations have been formed from respect and friendship.
Cuba opened its embassy in Kuala Lumpur on 1997, while Malaysia opened its representation in Havana in February 2001.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The vibrant and much-anticipated 15th Latin American Festival is set to take place on October 6, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM at BBPark, Bukit Bintang.
This annual event, organized by the Group of Latin American Embassies (GRULAC) in Malaysia, Plaza Low Yat, Federal Hotel and Latin Women's Association in Malaysia, promises a day filled with cultural richness, music, dance, and culinary delights.
The participants of the Seventh International Assembly (7IA) of the International League of People's Struggle (ILPS) approved the resolution entitled "Campaign to Lift the US Blockade and Remove Cuba from the US List of States Sponsoring Terrorism".
The 7IA assembly, which was held in Penang, Malaysia, was attended by 535 participants from 44 countries, representing the different member organizations, as well as guests, including the Cuban ambassador, Florentino Batista González.
The Cuban ambassador to Malaysia, Florentino Batista González, visited the memorial dedicated to those who died on Malaysian Airlines Flight 653, where the Cuban ambassador Mario García Incháustegui and his wife, Gladys Delgado Ortiz, lost their lives 47 years ago.
The memorial, located in the town of Johor Bahru, in the south of the Asian country, remembers the victims of the terrorist attack that took place on December 4, 1977 and in which 100 people of various nationalities died.
Kuala Lumpur.- On the occasion of the 129th anniversary of the fall in action of the National Hero of Cuba, José Martí, the Annual General Meeting of the Friends of Cuba Association in Malaysia (FOCA) took place this May 19.
The assembly was conducive to recounting the 15 years of the association, focused on solidarity with Cuba and the bond with the Caribbean Island through culture and mutual respect.
During the meeting, which took place at the Residence of the Cuban Ambassador in Kuala Lumpur, several new members joined the society and its executive committee.
