Havana, June 25 (RHC) –- Saint Kitts and Nevis has established its own diplomatic mission in Havana this Wednesday as part of activities by Prime Minister Denzil Douglas, who is paying a three-day visit to Cuba.

The embassy will contribute to deepening cooperation and friendly relations between the two Caribbean countries, which established diplomatic links on May 10, 1995, according to a release by the Cuban Foreign Ministry.

During his visit to Havana, Prime Minister Douglas held official talks with President Raul Castro and he previously paid homage to Cuban National Hero Jose Marti.

Douglas expressed satisfaction with the visit to Cuba and praised the island’s scientific achievements, particularly during a visit to Havana’s Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Center.