During the meeting, both discussed the historic ties that unite the two peoples, which date back to the time when Chilean citizens participated in the Cuban wars of independence from Spanish colonialism.

The diplomat also recalled the friendship that existed between the president of the Popular Unity government, Salvador Allende, and the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro.

In statements to the press, Cuvertino described the meeting as very pleasant, which allowed them to learn a little more about the history of Cuba, a country that -he said- today faces difficult situations due to a blockade that has lasted for more than 60 years. He said that this visit will allow for the construction of a permanent space for collaboration in various fields, including culture.

The choice of Valdivia as the venue for the meeting of the Solidarity Movement is significant because Cuba sent its first medical brigade here in 1960 to help the victims of the 9.5 magnitude earthquake, the most intense on record.

Also present at the meeting were the political advisor and head of the foreign ministry, Raúl Mojena, and the first secretary, Rosario Rodríguez.

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