Cuba in Australia

Show of the cultural group Afrekete is presented in the Australian city of Brisbane. 

Brisbane, 10 November 2023. Sponsored by the Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC), the show of the cultural group Afrekete was presented today in the Australian city. 

The presentation, performed by Cubans living in Australia, explores the advent of the formation of the Cuban-Australian identity that has been growing over time in different generations.  

According to information from BEMAC: 

Third Secretary participates in Cambodia Independence Day Reception

Canberra, 3 November, 2023. The Third Secretary of the Cuban Embassy in Australia, Ivianes D. González Llanes, participated in the reception hosted by the Embassy of Cambodia on the occasion of the Independence Day of that country.

During the activity, the official took the opportunity to congratulate the Cambodian ambassador and express Cuba's willingness to continue strengthening bilateral relations between both countries.

Vigil against the Blockade at the Cuban Embassy in Australia 

Canberra, November 2, 2023. Members of the Cuba solidarity movement in Canberra held a vigil against the blockade at the Cuban Embassy in Canberra. During the event, video mapping was made on the walls of the Cuban diplomatic headquarters. During the evening, participants made live statements on the Embassy's Facebook page, denouncing the economic and financial blockade against Cuba and the damage it causes to the Cuban people. 

Cuba participates in mining event in Australia IMARC-2023

Sydney November 1, 2023. During the days between October 31 and November 3, Cuba will be participating in the Australian International Mining and Mineral Resources Conference, which also includes a Mining Expo (IMARC-2023) which is attended by more than 8 thousand delegates from 800 mining companies.

Australian Union CFMEU speaks out against the Cuban Blockade

Melbourne, 31 October 2023. The Building and Construction Workers' Union in Melbourne has issued a statement against the blockade of Cuba.

In the document, Australian workers call for the removal of Cuba from the list of sponsors of terrorism, as well as the development of friendly relations and solidarity with the Caribbean Island. 

To see the full statement click on the document.

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