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Cultivation of medicinal plants in Pinar del Río

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With the experience of more than two decades of sustained work, and good prospects for increasing areas under cultivation, Pinar del Río continues to expand its production of medicinal plants.

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Science: A priority for Cuba’s development

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During activities taking place in the context of World Science Day for Peace and Development, the Cuban official stated that the policy will allow the country to attain important achievements in this sphere, as well as share experiences and contributions with the international scientific community.

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Fraternal encounter between Fidel and Vietnamese President

Fidel y Vietnam

Yesterday afternoon, November 15, Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz received Tran Dai Quang, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, who arrived in Cuba for an official visit earlier in the day leading a high level delegation.

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Raúl receives Prime Minister of Canada

Primer Canadá

On November 15, Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, President of Cuba’s Councils of State and Ministers received His Excellency Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, making an official visit to the country.

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Clinical trials key to developing new medicine

Cuba clinicos

A total of 98 clinical trials are being conducted at this time around the country addressing different diseases, reported Dr. Alberto Hernández Rodríguez, director of the National Clinical Trials Coordination Center (Cencec), during the International Workshop on Design and Management of Clinical Trials, held in Havana’s Conference Center.

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Cuba sees over one billion dollars in tourist revenue in first half of 2016

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On November 10, Cuba’s National Office for Statistics and Information (ONEI) reported tourist revenue amounting to over 1.2 billion dollars in the first half of 2016, a 15% increase as compared to the same period last year. According to the ONEI the figure only includes revenue from institutions affiliated with the Ministry of tourism, that is to say, excluding private businesses.

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Raúl sends message of congratulations to President-elect Trump

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Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, President of Cuba’s Councils of State and Ministers, yesterday November 9, sent President-elect Donald Trump a message saying, “On the occasion of your election as President of the United States of America, I send you congratulations.”

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Díaz-Canel visits municipalities affected by Hurricane Mathew

Diaz canel Guantanamo

On November 9, Party Political Bureau member and First Vice President of Cuba’s Councils of State and Ministers Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, visited Baracoa and Maisí, the municipalities most severely affected by Hurricane Matthew, according to various press reports.

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Strategic Exercise “Bastión 2016″ scheduled November 16-18

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As part of continuous efforts to maintain the country’s defense preparedness, the Strategic Exercise “Bastión 2016″ is scheduled to take place November 16-18. Objectives include the training of leadership bodies and command staff in different entities responsible for the nation’s defense; and the organization of work to keep the population and troops prepared to respond to different enemy actions.

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A young Cuban of our times

Lisbeth y Enmanuel chica

My conversation with Dr. Enmanuel Vigil Fonseca was a pleasant one. His commitment to helping create a better world place him on the front line of important battles and show that young Cubans also have the chance to help build the Revolution. In this regard he notes, “I chose to become a doctor to help people. My parents had other jobs and ever since I was a young boy I have felt admiration for these people in white coats, who lovingly care for the sick.”