Leima Martínez Freire, Director of North America at the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP), paid a working visit to Canada from November 2 to 7, travelling to Montreal, Halifax, Vancouver, Winnipeg and Toronto.
Nicosia, Cyprus, November 9, 2026 - The Cuban ambassador to Cyprus, Rubén Pino Martínez, took part this Monday in the 22nd Annual Cyprus Conference, an event inaugurated by the President of the Republic, H.E. Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, with timely speeches from the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Energy, Konstantinos Kombos and Michael Damianos, respectively, among other prominent figures from politics, business, and academia.
During his keynote lecture titled 'Strategic Dependencies in a Changing World Order: The Case of Cyprus,' Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos mentioned that small states must carefully choose their strategic dependencies instead of aiming for unrealistic self-sufficiency or absolute neutrality.
In this sense, he elaborated on Cyprus' foreign policy based on its participation in the European Union, its Western orientation, and its relations with countries in the region, such as the United Arab Emirates, Israel, and Egypt, while seeking to expand cooperation with India and other countries in Africa and Asia, building long-term alliances based on trust and positioning Cyprus as a reliable partner.
Cuba’s Minister of Science, Technology and Environment, Armando Rodríguez Batista, who is heading the Cuban delegation participating in the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), held a meeting in Ankara with Esin Güral Argat, Vice Chair of Gürok Group and a leading representative of the COP31 Business Forum, and Evrim Arıkan, Head of International Business Development at Betaphar Pharmaceutic. The Cuban minister was accompanied by Eulogio Pimentel, First Vice President of BioCubaFarma and member of the National Assembly of People's Power, and Alejandro Francisco Díaz Palacios, Ambassador of Cuba to Türkiye.
Cuba recognizes the commitment of Thailand to the Universal Periodic Review and welcomes its progress in community care and the protection of older persons, particularly through the Third National Plan for Older Persons (2023–2037). We recommend continuing the implementation of the Fourth Educational Plan for Persons with Disabilities, furthering the development of telemedicine, telepharmacy, and digital health data management, and maintaining the Second National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights
Cuba recognizes Trinidad and Tobago’s commitment to the Universal Periodic Review and recommends addressing political corruption and repeated States of Emergency that suspend civil liberties, as well as improving detention conditions and access to healthcare in prisons. It also recommends prohibiting the dismissal of pregnant workers, expanding legislation against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and amending discriminatory provisions in immigration law.
Cairo, November 8, 2026. The Al Ghoumhouria Theater in this capital city hosted an exceptional concert on the evening of Friday, November 6, performed by the renowned Cuban concert guitarist Aldo Rodríguez Delgado, who played his unique double-necked guitar, which amazed the audience.
The multi-award-winning guitarist offered a fascinating journey through the history of classical music, from the Spanish Renaissance to the best of the Latin American and Cuban repertoire. The Spanish pieces, “La Gran Jota” by Francisco Tárrega and “Asturias” by Isaac Albéniz, showcased the virtuosity of the musician from the Largest of the Antilles, who also performed works by South American and Cuban composers, including Rolando Dyens, E. Zaldívar, Manuel Ponce, Leo Brower, Eliseo Grenet, and Rafael Hernández.
Dublin, November 7, 2026. As a reaffirmation of the solidarity of the Sinn Féin party and the Cuba Solidarity Forum Ireland, an event was held this Saturday, presided over by Mary Lou McDonald. Also in attendance were Senator Chris Andrews, Dr. David Hickey, and other speakers, who reaffirmed their bond of brotherhood and solidarity with the Cuban people—a people currently suffering the consequences of the intensified U.S. blockade.
Dili, November 8, 2026. In the Timorese capital, Malaysian Ambassador Fairuz Rozali hosted a social dinner under the theme “Harmony in Diversity: A Celebration of Culture and Friendship.”
The evening featured demonstrations of traditional dances, tea ceremonies, and tastings of typical Malaysian dishes.
Representing Cuba was Alina Aldama, head of the Cuban diplomatic mission in Timor-Leste.
Cuban Embassy in Timor Leste.
Dili, November 8, 2026. The gala took place at the country’s Convention Center and was hosted by First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Economic Affairs, and Minister of Tourism and the Environment, Francisco Kalbuadi Lay. The event honored Australian Ambassador Caitlin Wilson’s diplomatic career, the projects she promoted during her tenure, and her invaluable contribution to Timor-Leste’s accession to ASEAN.
Representing Cuba at the event were Ambassador Alina Aldama and official José Heredia.
Cuban Embassy in Timor Leste.
Dili, November 8, 2026. The gala took place at the country’s Convention Center and was hosted by First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Economic Affairs, and Minister of Tourism and the Environment, Francisco Kalbuadi Lay. The event honored Australian Ambassador Caitlin Wilson’s diplomatic career, the projects she promoted during her tenure, and her invaluable contribution to Timor-Leste’s accession to ASEAN.
Representing Cuba at the event were Ambassador Alina Aldama and official José Heredia.
Cuban Embassy in Timor Leste.
