We have come here fully aware of the deep differences between our two countries as to their political systems, democracy and international law, but it is also possible to hold a civilized dialog on any issue, including human rights, said the Cuban permanent representative at the United Nations Anayansi Rodriguez in reference the human rights talks between Cuba and the United States, in Washington.
Details Finalize in Cuba for Upcoming Partial Elections
In Cuba, the National Electoral Commission (CEN) finalizes details for the next partial elections, traditionally characterized by the people's enthusiasm and wide participation, after a satisfactory nomination process.
Ernest Hemingway, 87 Years since He First Visited Cuba
Eighty seven years ago and with just 28 years of age, Ernest Hemingway visited Cuba for the first time. He came onboard the English steamboat Orita on April 1, 1928, which made a stopover in Havana in a route between La Rochelle, France and Key West, the U.S.A.
Next Partial Elections in Cuba will again Stress the People Support of their Revolution
Cuban Parliament president Esteban Lazo said that the upcoming partial elections in Cuba, slated for April 19, will be again prove the people´s support of their socialist revolution and system.
Over 140 Thousand Young Cubans Have Joined Self-Employment
Since the self-employed initiative was expanded in October 2010 in Cuba, some 147 thousand 693 young people have choice that labor modality, which represents 29 percent of the total figure of over 489 thousand 929 Cubans in those activities since late February.
Drought Affects Dozens of Communities in Eastern Cuba
Some 80 thousand people in 82 communities in the eastern province of Granma are under the impact of severe drought which affects domestic water consumption as local authorities take emergency measures to relieve their situation.
Cuban Workers Confederation Calls May Day Celebrations
The call for a series of activities to mark May Day is taking place in Cuban labor centers, including state-owned companies, cooperatives and private entities to learn workers know about the agenda for celebrations May 1-5 throughout the island.
Official Cuban Delegation is in D.C. for Human Rights Talks
The official Cuban delegation to participate in the US-Cuba talks on Human Rights arrived in Washington D.C. on Sunday, the island´s Foreign Ministry announced on its webpage.
Cuban Interest Section in Washington extend services
The Cuban Interest Section in Washington D.C. has once again extended its services up to June 30 despite the impossibility of finding a bank that takes its operation in the United States.
Parliament President says only efficient labor strengthens economy
Cuban Parliament president Esteban Lazo said in eastern Guantanamo province that strengthening the economy is the main political task in today´s Cuba.
Large Cuban Civil Society Delegation to Forums in Panama
Over one hundred representatives of Cuban civil society will participate in forums that will run parallel to the 7th Summit of the Americas, in Panama.
Cuban universities will improve their internet access
Cuban university education system will benefit in the near future from a substantial improvement in infrastructure needed for its computerization and connectivity, said Ricardo Alarcon, head of the Ministry of Higher Education (MES by its Spanish acronym).
Kuwait grants Havana 21 million dollars for water supply project
Cuban institutions and the Kuwaiti Fund for the Arab Economic Development signed three accords supporting the rehabilitation of Havana´s sewage and water supply networks with a 21-million-dollar credit line.
Cuba and the U.S.A. to Hold Talks Next Week on Human Rights
Representatives of the governments of Cuba and the United States will hold talks on human rights on March 31 in Washington, announced in this capital Pedro Luis Pedroso, deputy director general of the Office of Multilateral Affairs and International Law of the island's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Cuba and US exchange on telecommunications
A US government delegation, headed by Ambassador Daniel Sepulveda, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State and Coordinator for International Communications and Policy Information of the United States, is in Cuba to exchange with Cuban authorities on telecommunications
Forest fires damage over one thousand hectares in Eastern Cuba
Three fires still active for several days in rural zones of the eastern Cuban province of Camaguey have thus far damage over 1 thousand 200 hectares of forest and pasture areas.