Thousands of kilometers from their homeland, where duty and solidarity call them each day, the heart of Cuba also beats, Portal stated in a message read by Cuban Ambassador to this nation, Susellys Perez, at the commemoration ceremony, in the presence of Zimbabwean Minister of Health and Child Care, Douglas Mombeshora; and Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Elio Rodriguez.

During these four decades, marked by the unwavering internationalist spirit of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro on the year of his 100th birthday, the presence of our healthcare professionals has been a symbol of dedication, compassion, and commitment to life.

The message emphasized, You are worthy continuers of that legacy. In complex, often remote and challenging work environments, you have showed extraordinary strength, high levels of professional training, and an unwavering humanitarian vocation.

The Cuban health minister stated that the history of the Cuban medical cooperation in Zimbabwe is written with compassion, sacrifice, and dignity.

Deputy Foreign Minister Rodriguez granted, during the celebration, the 85th anniversary seal bestowed by the Cuban Workers Confederation (CTC) to the 14th Medical Brigade, which was received by its leader, Dr. Maria Eugenia Garcia.

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