In a recent meeting at the Australian Federal Parliament, officials from both Australia and Cuba explored avenues to enhance their bilateral relationship, focusing on key sectors such as education, health, biotechnology, and mining. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles extended warm greetings to the Cuban people and wished Cuban diplomat Leydey Dieguez success in her future endeavors. Dieguez, who was also received by Australia’s Governor-General Samantha Joy Mostyn, discussed the progress of bilateral ties and shared experiences in educational collaboration. Notably, Dieguez highlighted the success of the Cuban literacy program ‘Yo Si Puedo’ (Yes, I Can), implemented in 13 Aboriginal communities across New South Wales, Queensland, and the Northern Territory since 2012, which has seen over 300 graduates. Additionally, Dieguez met with Assistant Foreign Minister Matt Thistlethwaite and officials from the Latin America division of the Australian Foreign Office to mark the conclusion of her diplomatic mission. She expressed gratitude for Australia’s support in the recent United Nations vote against the U.S. economic, commercial, and financial blockade on Cuba.