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British royal traditions and the diplomatic forum

Traditional royal festivities in the United Kingdom form part of British identity and, over the centuries, have brought together diverse sections of society. These celebrations form part of the country’s cultural heritage and are characterised by specific dress codes, the ritual of afternoon tea and, where applicable, military parades.

Most of these events take place in spring and summer, a period when numerous tourists join in the activities in the city centre, as is the case with the military parade known as Trooping the Colour.

“Hands Off Cuba!” in Liverpool: solidarity against the blockade

On 28 and 30 September, Ambassador Ismara Vargas and First Secretary for Political Affairs Pablo Ginarte attended two events in Liverpool in solidarity with Cuba, organised by the Campaign for Solidarity with Cuba (CSC). These were parallel activities within the framework of the Labour Party's Annual Conference, on this occasion at the public meeting ‘Hands Off Cuba!’, which reaffirmed support for Cuban sovereignty and the humanitarian campaign Cuba Vive Medical Aid Appeal.

Cuban ambassador denounces blockade and expresses gratitude for solidarity at Trades Union Congress (TUC)

With deep gratitude, the Ambassador acknowledged the "extraordinary and unwavering solidarity" of the British people, embodied by the Campaign for Solidarity with Cuba and the trade union movement. She highlighted the "Cuba Vive" medical appeal, a joint effort that has raised nearly £200,000 and sent four containers of vital medical supplies to the island so far this year.

BRIGHTON, 8 September 2025 – In a forceful speech at the 157th Annual Congress of British Trade Unions (TUC), the counterpart organisation of the Cuban Workers' Central (CTC), Ambassador Ismara Vargas Walter presented the ‘unvarnished truth’ about the devastating impact of the United States' economic, commercial and financial blockade against our country.

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