Source: Erasmus Williams FB
HAVANA, CUBA — St. Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to the Republic of Cuba, Her Excellency Verna Mills, met separately in Havana with His Excellency Hazza Alkaabi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates, and His Excellency John Petter Opdahl, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway, to discuss bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest.
During her meeting with Ambassador Alkaabi, discussions focused on advancing a strategic agenda encompassing infrastructure development, technological innovation, regional security, and international cooperation. According to a statement from the St. Kitts and Nevis Embassy, the dialogue—characterised by a shared commitment to regional stability and bilateral cooperation—covered a wide range of critical issues, including upcoming international summits and escalating global tensions.
The meeting also provided a forum for Ambassador Alkaabi to share insights into the ongoing friction between the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia following the December 2025 bombing of an Emirati shipment at the Port of Mukalla in Yemen. “The dialogue reaffirms the deep-rooted partnership between our nations as we navigate a complex global era,” the Embassy noted.
In a separate meeting, Ambassador Mills and Norwegian Ambassador John Petter Opdahl exchanged views on strategic areas of bilateral importance. The Embassy described the discussions as being held in a cordial atmosphere, marked by mutual respect, cooperation, and a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and addressing matters of common interest.