ArmInfo. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba to RA Emilio Pevida Pupo presented his credentials to Armenian President Armen Sarkissian.
Armen Sarkissian congratulated the Ambassador on the beginning of the diplomatic service, wished success and expressed hope that with his active participation the bilateral relations will receive a new content.
The President of the Republic and the newly appointed Ambassador exchanged views on the possibilities of expanding cooperation in various fields, as promising areas, in particular, noting health care, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and tourism.
Noting that during the Soviet years, many Cubans received education in Armenia, President Sarkissian found it desirable to restore this tradition and implement educational and cultural exchange programs.