Prez Kovind on his last leg of three-nation visit reaches Cuba

Havana, June 22: President Ram Nath Kovind has arrived in Cuba today after the visit to Greece and Suriname. He is on the final leg of his three-nation tour. He reached capital Havana after first arriving in the Cuban city of Santiago.

 

Prez Kovind was received in Santiago by Vice President of Cuba, Ms. Beatriz Johnson. The President was escorted first to the Santa Ifigenia Cemetery where he witnessed Change of Guards ceremony. He then paid respects to Jose Marti Memorial.

Jose Marti was Cuba's legendary poet who led the 1895 Cuban revolution. President Kovind also paid respects at the memorials of Fidel Castro and others.

President Ram Nath Kovind tweeted on his arrival, “Honoured to begin my state visit to Cuba by paying homage to Fidel Castro in Santiago de Cuba. A great friend of India, who lent dignity & strength to the voice of developing countries in the international arena. His leadership shall continue to inspire millions.”

 

President Kovind also participated in International Yoga Day event held at Paramaribo, where he performed Yoga with President Bouterse of Suriname. This was the first time when two heads of state celebrated International Yoga Day together.