Cuba and Namibia Strengthen Inter-Parliamentary Relations
On September 25, Esteban Lazo of Cuba and Lucas Sinimbo of Namibia met in Havana to enhance inter-parliamentary relations. Lazo conveyed greetings to Namibia’s leaders and citizens. Sinimbo emphasized his delegation’s agenda at the International Seminar on Parliamentary Diplomacy, while learning about Cuban legislative operations.
On September 25, in a significant diplomatic exchange, Esteban Lazo, President of the Cuban National Assembly of People’s Power, and Lucas Sinimbo, President of the National Council of Namibia, convened in Havana to discuss the enhancement of inter-parliamentary relations between their respective nations. The meeting took place in the historic Capitol Building of Havana, where President Lazo extended warm greetings to the Namibian populace, paying homage to the country’s founding father, Sam Nujoma, as well as to former presidents Hifikepunye Pohamba and Peter Katjavivi. In his address, President Sinimbo underscored the importance of his visit, which involved leading a delegation at the International Seminar on Parliamentary Diplomacy, signifying a robust agenda filled with collaborative engagement. Prior to his discussions with President Lazo, Sinimbo engaged with Cuban legislators from various parliamentary commissions. This allowed him to gain insights into the operations of the Cuban Parliament and the broader mechanisms of governance within the popular power entities at multiple administrative levels.
The strengthening of diplomatic relations between Cuba and Namibia serves as an important step in fostering mutual cooperation and understanding between the two nations. The visit of President Sinimbo aligns with ongoing efforts to deepen parliamentary ties through dialogue and collaboration in governance. With a historical context rooted in shared values and struggles for independence, both nations recognize the significance of enhancing legislative interaction to bolster their respective domestic agendas and international presence.
The recent meeting between the leaders of Cuba and Namibia marks a pivotal moment in their diplomatic relations, emphasizing the commitment to enhance legislative collaboration. Both President Lazo and President Sinimbo have expressed a shared vision for increased cooperation, underscoring the importance of forging strong parliamentary ties as a means to support national development and diplomatic engagement on the global stage.
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