Valdes stated that during the meeting, satisfaction was expressed regarding the development of bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Cuba, highlighting the close cooperation between the two countries in numerous areas, including the health sector.

It was also noted that the arrival of teams of Cuban specialists in Azerbaijan in 2020, as part of the measures aimed at preventing the widespread transmission of the Covid-19 pandemic, contributed to further strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.

The parties also highlighted the importance of the “Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Ministry of Public Health of the Republic of Cuba” signed during a visit by a Cuban Ministry of Health delegation to Baku in 2023.

This document contributes to strengthening bilateral relations in the development of health and medical science, as well as to the implementation of cooperation programs, the Cuban diplomat noted. During the meeting, they also exchanged views on other matters of mutual interest.

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