Deputy Speaker Kalu Nigeria-Cuba Partnership discussions gained fresh momentum as the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, received the Cuban Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Miriam Morales Palmero, and Deputy Ambassador Ana Flavia Gómez Pavot on a courtesy visit to the National Assembly.
Focus on Expanding Bilateral Cooperation
During the meeting, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu and the Cuban delegation explored opportunities to deepen collaboration across key sectors, including healthcare, biotechnology, agriculture, education, trade, investment, tourism, and cultural exchange.
A major highlight of the discussions was the activation of the Nigeria-Cuba Friendship Group within the National Assembly, a move aimed at strengthening parliamentary diplomacy and fostering closer ties between both countries.
Benjamin Kalu Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria-Cuba Partnership
Speaking on the importance of the engagement, the Deputy Speaker emphasized the House of Representatives’ commitment to identifying and pursuing strategic avenues of cooperation that will benefit both nations.
The Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Nigeria-Cuba Partnership initiative seeks to leverage Nigeria’s vast market potential, youthful population, and strategic position in Africa while drawing from Cuba’s globally recognized expertise in healthcare delivery, biotechnology, education, and sustainable development.
Building Mutual Prosperity Through International Cooperation
Kalu noted that Nigeria and Cuba share common aspirations for growth, development, and stronger international relations. He expressed confidence that the renewed engagement would create meaningful opportunities for collaboration and deliver tangible benefits to citizens of both countries.
The Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Nigeria-Cuba Partnership effort reflects a shared commitment to promoting mutual prosperity, strengthening diplomatic relations, and advancing international cooperation between Nigeria and Cuba.
The courtesy visit marks another step toward enhancing bilateral relations between Nigeria and Cuba, with both sides expressing optimism about future partnerships that will contribute to economic development, knowledge exchange, and sustainable progress for their peoples.
