Gen, Martel Presents Credentials to Gen, Chiang Nanking, Dee, 16.
ILE. the Cuban Minister, General Manuel Piedra y Martel, formally Presented his credentials' to President Chiang Kai-shek at the State Council building this morning. General Piedra was introduced by Dr. ¢. T. Wang, the Foreign Minister.
On presenting his credentials, the Cuban Minister said: "I have the honour to present to Your Exeellouey the Letter of Credence by, which the President of the Cuban Republic accredits me as his Minister to the National Government of China, I. regard this occasion as a great honour and pleasure to me, "The Governments and peoples of and Cuba have mutual friend-and respect for each other. With the assistance of my Government and the instructions of my President, I shall contribute my utmost to improve relations between, the two countries, "The foundation of the Cuban Republic was established only after: years of bloody warfare.—China was among those nations which first accorded us recognition and sent diplomatic representatives to Capital. The friendship between the two nations was. thus carly established and the same relationship will continue forever, "Phe Cuban people have a deep respect for the Chinese people, the ealy race still preserving the. civilization of the East. With the high, civilization and morality behind it, China has an unlimited future.' In view of this fact, my Government is especially eager to bring about better understanding between the two peoples and goveraments, and I sincerely hope Your Excellency will accord me the fullest ce-operation 10 that my duty will be duly fulfilled"
President Chiang suid in reply: "It gives me great honour and. pleasure to receive the credentials, which you have presented by com= mand of your President announcing your appointment. I am sure that the two peoples and governments will be-benefited and their mutual understanding improved by your efforts. The National Government will accord you all facilities and cooperation in the fulfilment of your duties. I trast Your Excellency will convey to BLE. the President of the Cuban Republic my greetings ani best wishes for the prosperity of his country."—Kuo Min,
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