In a significant display of diplomatic camaraderie, Major General Pavel Nikolaevich Muraveiko, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Belarus and first deputy Minister of Defense, emphasized the shared global perspectives between Belarus and Cuba during his first official visit to the island nation. The high-ranking official expressed his gratitude for the warm reception extended by the Cuban people, describing it as a testament to the brotherly relations between the two countries. Speaking at the Cacahual Mausoleum, General Muraveiko highlighted the alignment of both nations’ views on global issues and the military-political landscape, underscoring the importance of exchanging experiences and opinions to bolster bilateral collaboration. His visit, marked by a packed itinerary, included tours of military units and industrial facilities, as well as insights into the training processes at Cuban military academies. The Belarusian delegation also paid homage to Cuban historical figures, including Antonio Maceo and Panchito Gómez Toro, whose remains are interred at the Mausoleum. Army Corps General Roberto Legrá Sotolongo, first deputy minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Cuba, underscored the importance of preserving history as a means of safeguarding national identity. The visit concluded with a mutual commitment to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Belarus and Cuba, rooted in shared values and historical ties.
