Cuba and Zanzibar Strengthen Bilateral Relations During Official Visit

Esteban Lazo Hernández, Cuba’s National Assembly President, met with Zanzibar’s President Hussein Ali Mwinyi during his Tanzania visit. They discussed strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation, particularly in health care, while expressing gratitude for Tanzania’s support against the U.S. blockade. Lazo also held talks with the head of the Zanzibar House of Representatives to promote trade and inter-parliamentary cooperation and toured a project targeting malaria.

Esteban Lazo Hernández, who serves as the President of the National Assembly of People’s Power and of the Council of State, conducted a meeting with Hussein Ali Mwinyi, the President of Zanzibar, on the second day of his visit to Tanzania. This meeting took place at the Zanzibar State House and highlighted the significance of bolstering the historic bilateral relations that are rooted in the camaraderie between Fidel Castro and Julius Nyerere.

During the meeting, Lazo Hernández reaffirmed Cuba’s eagerness to enhance cooperation and expressed gratitude toward Tanzania for its support in advocating for the end of the U.S. blockade and for Cuba’s removal from the list of “State Sponsors of Terrorism.” In response, President Mwinyi conveyed greetings to Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and recognized Cuba’s commitment to supporting Africa, particularly in healthcare,

In addition to his meeting with President Mwinyi, Lazo Hernández engaged in discussions with Zubeir Ali Maulid, the head of the Zanzibar House of Representatives. Their talks were aimed at promoting inter-parliamentary cooperation, establishing friendship groups, and enhancing bilateral trade. Moreover, he met with Cuban aid workers in Zanzibar and visited the Biolarvicide Plant in Kibaha; a project supported by Cuban experts aimed at combating malaria.

The meeting between Esteban Lazo Hernández and President Hussein Ali Mwinyi underscores the ongoing commitment of Cuba and Zanzibar to strengthen their bilateral relationship, especially in health care and trade. Through collaborative efforts and historical ties, both nations aim to foster greater cooperation and solidify their mutual solidarity against common challenges.

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