The protocol summarizes the discussions between Todor Zhivkov, representing Bulgaria, and Gustav Husak, representing Czechoslovakia, during Zhivkov's visit to Prague in February 1970. The talks addressed internal party and economic developments in both countries, focusing on consolidating socialist principles and addressing challenges like economic planning and international relations. The leaders emphasized enhancing bilateral cooperation through economic specialization and cultural exchange and reaffirmed their commitment to Marxism-Leninism and solidarity with the Soviet Union. The visit reinforced their shared vision for strengthening socialist unity and addressing international challenges collaboratively.

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Stenographic protocol of the meeting between Todor Zhivkov - First Secretary of the Central Committee of the BKP and Chairman of the State Council of the NRB, and the Second Secretary of the Central Committee of the Cuban Communist Party and First Deputy Chairman of the Revolutionary Government of the Republic of Cuba Raul Castro.

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