Monrovia, May 22, 2021 - In the framework of the day on the occasion of the celebration of "Africa Day", the head of the Cuban mission in Liberia, Mercedes L. Martinez Herrera, gave an interview to Cuban radio station Radio Habana Cuba.

In the interview, the Cuban diplomat stressed that, for Cuba, May 25 is like a date of its own due to the diverse links that unite it with Africa, which are the basis of a friendship based on deep cultural and historical roots.

His Excellency Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan;

Excellencies, Heads of Delegations of the countries member of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council;

I extend my sincere thanks for the invitation conveyed by Kazakhstan, in its condition as President Pro Tempore of the Eurasian Economic Union, to participate in this important meeting, the first I have the honor to attend, after the approval of the Observer status for my country on December 11, 2020.

His Excellency Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan;

Excellencies, Heads of Delegations of the countries member of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council;

I extend my sincere thanks for the invitation conveyed by Kazakhstan, in its condition as President Pro Tempore of the Eurasian Economic Union, to participate in this important meeting, the first I have the honor to attend, after the approval of the Observer status for my country on December 11, 2020.

The First Secretary of the Communist Party and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, participated for the first time this Friday in the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council, after the status of Observer for Cuba was approved on December 11.
When intervening by videoconference from the Red Room of the Palace of the Revolution in the meeting that at least once a year brings together the Heads of State of Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, the Cuban president pointed out that “economic relations, trade, financial and cooperation with the member states of the Union are mutually beneficial and "we are ready to collaborate on all the priorities of the Eurasian Economic Commission for this year."

His Excellency Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan;
Excellencies, Heads of Delegations of the countries member of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council;

New York, 21 May 2021. Cuba, in addition to the serious effects caused by the current crisis, has had to face the application and tightening of the United States blockade. In 2020 alone, the cultural sector in Cuba reported damages amounting to $14,463,300, as a consequence of this policy, denounced today Alpidio Alonso Grau, Minister of Culture, at the high-level event on Culture and Sustainable Development, held at the United Nations.

Nigeria, May 22nd, 2021.- The Cuban ambassador to this country, Clara M. Pulido Escandell, and Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, former governor of the Nasarawa State (2011-2019), held a meeting this Saturday, in the They highlighted the good relations that have characterized the ties between the two countries.

The Deputy-Mayor of the city of Odense, on the Island of Fyn, Tim Vermund, received at the headquarters of the local Government, the Ambassador of Cuba, in the Kingdom of Denmark, Roger López García.

The meeting permit to ratified the positive state of bilateral relations and the interest in promoting exchange, political and diplomatic dialogue, and the identification of topics of common interest in sectors such as education, youth, and culture.

His Excellency Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan;

Excellencies, Heads of Delegations of the countries member of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council;

I extend my sincere thanks for the invitation conveyed by Kazakhstan, in its condition as President Pro Tempore of the Eurasian Economic Union, to participate in this important meeting, the first I have the honor to attend, after the approval of the Observer status for my country on December 11, 2020.

New York, 20 May 2021.- This General Assembly must act immediately and resolutely to put an end to the Israeli military aggression, particularly in the Gaza Strip, strongly demanded Ambassador Pedro L. Pedroso Cuesta, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations.

Nigeria, May 21st, 2021.- The Cuban ambassador to this country, Clara M. Pulido Escandell, and Ben Murray-Bruce, former Senator and founder of the “Silverbird Group”, held a meeting this Friday, in which they highlighted the importance to continue promoting bilateral relations.

The moment was propitious to address issues of common interest, they also discussed regional and international news. The exchange took place in a cordial atmosphere, a reflection of the relations between the two countries.

His Excellency Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Excellencies, Heads of Delegations of the countries member of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council; I extend my sincere thanks for the invitation conveyed by Kazakhstan, in its condition as President Pro Tempore of the Eurasian Economic Union, to participate in this important meeting, the first I have the honor to attend, after the approval of the Observer status for my country on December 11, 2020.

New York, 21 May 2021. Cuba, in addition to the serious effects caused by the current crisis, has had to face the application and tightening of the United States blockade.

Mr. President,

Distinguished Heads of Delegations,

These are challenging times for all of us. The epidemiological crisis we are facing has shattered our civilized world and has revealed a truth: we need each other to overcome these obstacles, to act and to start building back.

Ottawa, May 20, 2021.- The Ambassador of Cuba to Canada, Josefina Vidal, gave an online press interview to the Canadian media outlet People’s Voice, the official newspaper of the Communist Party of Canada.   

Following the Covid-19 restrictions in both countries Ireland and Cuba, the Embassy and its Consular Office will continue to remain closed for face-to-face appointments until further notice.

Consular Office:

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32-B Westland Square,

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In the context of her recent arrival in the country, the Cuban Ambassador to Sweden, Alba Soto Pimentel, held a courtesy exchange with the President of Parliament, Andreas Norlén. Due to the hygienic-sanitary measures established by the pandemic, the meeting took place virtually.

Abuja, May 20th, 2021. With a heart full of emotion, the Cuban ambassador to Nigeria, Clara M. Pulido Escandell, received Charisa Ufedojo, a young Nigerian woman who dreams of being a doctor, at the headquarters of the Cuban diplomatic mission.

New York, 20 May 2021. This General Assembly must act immediately and resolutely to put an end to the Israeli military aggression, particularly in the Gaza Strip, strongly demanded Ambassador Pedro L. Pedroso Cuesta, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the United Nations.

Havana, May 19.- The president of the Republic of Cuba and first secretary of the Communist Party, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, will participate in the meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council, which will take place in videoconference format on May 21 .