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Sep

04

2023

Cuba counters human trafficking operations aimed for military recruitment purposes

The Ministry of the Interior has detected and it is working to neutralize and dismantle a human trafficking network that operates from Russia in order to incorporate Cuban citizens living there and even some living in Cuba, into the military forces that participate in military operations in Ukraine. Attempts of this nature have been neutralized and criminal proceedings have been initiated against those involved in these activities. Cuba’s enemies are promoting distorted information that seeks to tarnish the country’s image and present it as an accomplice to these actactions that we firmly reject.

Aug

30

2023

Cuba participates in homage to Heroes of Namibia also from Finland

In a solemn meeting, the Embassy of Namibia in Finland commemorated the Day of the Heroes and Heroines of the Homeland, a space attended by the Ambassador of Cuba, Beatriz Parra González, and accompanied by the distinguished Ambassador H.E. Mr. Charles B. Jobson and other representatives of that African country. During his speech, the Namibian diplomat signified the recent visit of President Miguel Díaz-Canel to his country, his words to the people of Namibia at the ceremony for Heroes' Day and the Namibian Government's recognition of Cuba's participation in the independence of this nation and other African lands. It was also a heartfelt tribute to the Cuban men and women who offered their lives for the independence of Namibia.

Aug

29

2023

Citizenship granted to two Cubans born in Finland

The Cuban Consulate in Finland granted Cuban citizenship to little Carolina and Natalia, both born in this Nordic nation to Cuban parents. The Head of the consular office, Adalberto Ávila Parra, expressed his satisfaction at being able to help Cuban citizens who need support to grant a legal identity to their children, a measure adopted by the Government as part of the attention to the approaches of the Community of Cubans Resident Abroad. During 2023, the Cuban Consulate in Finland has processed and concluded the process of granting Cuban citizenship in favor of three minors born in this European country, daughters of Cuban parents.

Aug

28

2023

Ambassador highlights the impact of the blockade in exchange with authority of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland

The Ambassador of Cuba, Beatriz Parra González, held a meeting with the Reverend Dr. Juha Meriläinen (sr.), Advisor for international issues to the Archbishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland. During the exchange, the diplomat highlighted the interest in bringing the religious entities of Cuba and Finland closer together, while acknowledging the important performance of the Lutheran Church in the country and in promoting international collaboration projects.The Ambassador signified the scope of the United States blockade in the daily life of the people, a scourge that has been repeatedly denounced by the authorities of the religious institutions and creeds of Cuban civil society.

Aug

25

2023

The "Energy Future in Cuba" Seminar invited the Finnish business community to participate in the change of the energy matrix on the Island

Cuban ambassador, Beatriz Parra González, had the great opportunity to be part of the final seminar "Energy Future in Cuba" about the impact and the need for a transition towards renewable sources that took place this Friday. In her speech, the Ambassador invited businessmen and companies in the area of renewable energy present at the Seminar, to participate in the 2023 Havana International Fair (FIHAV 2023) and be part of the foreign investment projects that are carried out in Cuba, associated with this area. The diplomat dedicated special words to thank the Iris team that has brought Finnish knowledge to Cuban universities, while emphasizing the importance of this academic research for the future of the Caribbean nation.

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