At the event—organized by the Cuban Embassy and the Solidarity with Cuba Coordinator—a diplomat spoke about the recent First International Colloquium, “Fidel: Legacy and Future,” which focused on the ideas, work, and revolutionary optimism of the honoree.

  She highlighted that, among more than 1,500 attendees from around the world, a delegation representing the Peruvian people was present in Havana; they had traveled with luggage packed full of medicines—supplies to which the island lacks access due to the United States blockade.

  Nicolas Aguilar, head of the National Solidarity with Cuba Coordinator, underscored the success of the “Fidel: Legacy and Future” Colloquium and the participation of a significant Peruvian delegation that brought a substantial quantity of medicines to help alleviate shortages caused by the illegal blockade against the island.

  Meanwhile, former Peruvian Foreign Minister Hector Bejar remembered his time in Cuba, where he met the historic Cuban leader—a figure he regards as part of the history of Latin American peoples.

  Roberto Sanchez, representing the Association of Peruvian Professionals Graduated in Cuba, spoke of his medical training and the solidarity shown by the island that shaped his professional career.

  Speaking for the Association of Cubans Residing in Peru, academic Raquel Salabarria emphasized that Fidel lives on in the revolution and in the people who are resisting the criminal U.S. blockade.

  Additionally, sociologist Vicente Otta highlighted Fidel’s global impact and—among other achievements—his role in consolidating Cuban identity through his example.

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