Radio Cadena Agramonte emisiora de Camagüey
Russia, Nov 26. - Alexander Beglov, the governor of St. Petersburg, today highlighted the exemplary management of the Cuban government in facing Hurricane Melissa and ratified the willingness to continue strengthening the historic ties of cooperation between Russia and Cuba.
During the conclusion of his official visit to the island, the high-ranking Russian official particularly acknowledged the work of President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and local authorities in protecting the population during the recent meteorological event, when more than 700,000 people were evacuated.
"We want to acknowledge this great teamwork by the Cuban people and government in facing difficulties," stated Beglov, who visited the province of Santiago de Cuba to assess the damages and reiterate his nation's support.
The work agenda included a tribute at the Santa Ifigenia Heritage Cemetery, where the Russian delegation paid homage to Commander in Chief Fidel Castro Ruz, the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, on the ninth anniversary of his physical passing.
Beglov held working meetings with provincial governors and Cuban Government authorities, where he followed up on existing collaboration agreements and new avenues for cooperation were examined.
In the educational sphere, the participation of Cuban students in the "Scarlet Sails" festival in St. Petersburg was acknowledged, and an initiative for reciprocity that will enable the exchange of children between both nations was welcomed.
Governor Beglov also thanked the Cuban side for its willingness to erect a monument to the internationalist combatants who have united both peoples in key historical moments.
The visit concluded with the Russian delegation's participation in the 2025 Havana International Fair, where the signing of important commercial contracts that contribute to the economic development of the Caribbean nation is expected. (Text and Photo: Cubasí)
