The Second Chief of Mission of the Cuban Embassy in the United States, Ambassador Tanieris Diéguez, accompanied by Second Secretary Gabriela Castillo, carried out a working visit to the city of Memphis, Tennessee, with the aim of strengthening ties with various sectors of American society and promoting exchange on topics of mutual interest.
Communiqué issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejects, in the strongest possible terms, the Executive Order issued by the White House on May 1st, 2026, which tightens, to unprecedented and extreme levels, the economic, commercial and financial blockade against Cuba.
The Government of the Republic of Cuba announced the new Migration, Foreigners, and Citizenship Laws, along with their respective regulations, as part of the comprehensive process of updating the country’s legal framework.
The 44th International Tourism Fair of Cuba (FITCuba 2026) will be held from May 7 to 9 in a virtual format, a modality that marks a milestone in the event’s history, according to its organizers.
The meeting will bring together tourism professionals from around the world and will be dedicated to the resort of Varadero, the country’s leading sun-and-beach destination. Among the main highlights are virtual tours featuring live experiences from guests staying at hotels operated by chains such as Iberostar and Meliá.
The Embassy of Cuba in the United States participated for the first time in the 2026 edition of Passport DC, one of the most important cultural events in the U.S. capital. The Cuban presentation took place at the University of the District of Columbia, a venue that hosted a representative showcase of the Island’s cultural richness, including music, traditions, and distinctive elements of national identity. The participation sparked notable interest among attendees, who were able to engage directly with Cuban cultural expressions.