“We are glad for the visit of our friend, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel,” he wrote on his X account, on which he also referred to the talks on mutual opportunities to reinforce economic ties.

His Highness noted that they also addressed the latest developments in Gaza, and committed to working to increasing the coordination of joint efforts at international forums to stop Israel’s aggression and achieve lasting peace on occupied Palestine.

The Cuban head of State, in turn, described the official meeting as fruitful, as they shared the interest of deepening political-diplomatic ties.

He pointed out that both parties ratified the will to diversify and expand economic, commercial and cooperation ties.

According to Cuba’s Foreign Ministry, the meeting also recalled the close relationship between the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, and the Emir’s Father, as well as the historic exchange of visits between them.

Díaz-Canel also thanked Qatar for its repeated shows off affection and respect for the Cuban people and Government.

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