Within this attempt, goes the introduction of Russian as a primary foreign language as part of the “Third Improvement” of the Cuban national education system, the role of educators from the Eurasian nation has been fundamental.

In exclusive statements to Prensa Latina, Zazanova detailed the role played by the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Education—in collaboration with its Cuban counterpart—as well as the objectives of the project in which she participates.

“The goal of the program is not just to teach the language to Cuban students, but to familiarize them with the culture, customs, and values ​​of Russia,” she noted.

The “Russian Teachers Abroad” program, boosted by the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Education, goes beyond mere language instruction.

As part of this joint effort, Russia has developed specialized teaching materials for Spanish speakers—such as the “Russian City” (*Ciudad Rusa*) curriculum—designed specifically for Latin American students aged 7 to 10.

Hundreds of these sets have already been distributed across the island.

Inna Chetii, representative of the “Russian House” in Havana, highlighted in an interview with Prensa Latina her institution’s strong interest in the project.

She noted that plans include a gradual expansion, which has already begun to materialize in provinces such as Santiago de Cuba and Matanzas.

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