The Cuban friendship route crossed Mexico and Belize
Official talks, the signing of cooperation agreements and an exchange with members of the Cuban Medical Brigade marked the intense work agenda of the First Secretary of the Communist Party and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, on his official visit to Belize, the first by a Cuban head of state to the sister Central Caribbean country.
Cuba as an open book
Knowledge, traditions, stories, lives are amalgamated in literature which, over time, has varied its ways of reaching different audiences. However, its power to summon and unite people remains unchanged. With that certainty, the 31st Havana International Book Fair was inaugurated yesterday, with Colombia as guest of honor.
Large presence at meeting of left-wing publications in Cuba
Almost a hundred personalities from 36 countries will participate in the First International Meeting of Theoretical Publications of Leftist Political Parties and Movements, to be held here from February 10 to 12.
According to the director of the Cuba Socialista Magazine, Enrique Ubieta, the debates on important current issues will also include the contributions of some 40 Cuban thinkers and academics.
Cuban diplomats exchange views with U.S. church members
The impact of the sanctions and blockade measures by the United States government against Cuba were discussed during an exchange between Cuban diplomats and parishioners of the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church.
During the meeting, the diplomats explained the current situation of the island, particularly the economic transformations being carried out, as well as the aspects that characterize the bilateral relationship between the two countries today.
Cuba recalls officialization of the U.S. blockade in 1962
Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero recalled today on Twitter the official declaration of the U.S. blockade against this Caribbean nation 61 years ago and reiterated the need for its lifting.
In his message, the head of the Cuban government affirmed that countless damages have been caused by that policy since its official declaration in 1962.
We will not tire of demanding the end of this unjust siege, which impedes the development of our nation and affects us all, Marrero wrote.