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United Nations to vote tomorrow on blockade

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The international community will declare its position on the blockade, tomorrow October 27, in the United Nations General Assembly, for the first time since December 17, 2014, when Cuba and the United States began a new chapter in the history of their relationship, which led to the reestablishment of diplomatic relations and the opening of embassies in Havana and Washington.

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East-West Invasion commemorated in Mangos de Baraguá

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The importance of Cuban liberation struggles, and the East-West Invasion led by troops from the Liberation Army, was commemorated in Mangos de Baraguá October 22, on the occasion of the 120th anniversary of the start of the historic campaign, launched from this revered site by Major General An­to­nio Maceo.

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Díaz-Canel receives Vice President of South Africa

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During the encounter, both ratified the excellent state of bilateral relations between the two countries, highlighting the historic and fraternal ties which unite South Africa and Cuba. They also expressed mutual interest in strengthening and diversifying economic and trade relations and discussed a range of issues on the international agenda.

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Promoting bilateral trade

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Yesterday, October 22, the Vice President of South Africa, Cyril Ra­maphosa, stated that no other country has contributed more to Africa than Cuba, and highlighted the solid foundations on which relations between Havana and Pretoria have been constructed.

Ramaphosa who arrived on the island October 22, on an official visit to the country, inaugurated the Cuba-South Africa business forum.

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An artistic ode to the national anthem

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An artistic gala full of allusions to the nation’s roots was held in this city as part of the 11th Festival of Cuban Identity (Fiesta de la Cubanía), with a special rendition of Cuba’s national anthem, the military march “La Bayamesa”, first performed on October 20, 1868. The ceremony which combined music, dance and theater took place in the very square where the people first sang the march, written by independence hero Pedro Figueredo (Perucho)

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Cuba: End The Blockade Immediately!

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A Resolution on “ending the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States of America against Cuba” will once again be presented to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on 27 October 2015. There is a special significance about bringing the Resolution, overwhelmingly endorsed by the UNGA for 23 consecutive years, to the attention of the world body this time. It is happening after the US restored diplomatic relations with Cuba on 17 December 2014

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Peace process begins to heal wounds

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After almost three years, the Colombian peace process currently underway has made important advances on the issue of reparations for victims and the search for the truth, two topics vital to the post-conflict phase. According to ¡Basta ya! (Enough Already!) Colombia: Memories of War and Dignity, of the National Center for Historical Memory. (CNMH), the over 50 year war, one of the longest in the region, has resulted in the displacement of six million people, 220,000 dead, and almost 30,000 kidnapped.

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Díaz-Canel receives Mexican Foreign Minister

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Yesterday afternoon, October 19, First Vice President of Cuba’s Councils of State and Ministers Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez met Mexican Foreign Relations Secretary, the honorable Ms. Claudia Ruiz Massieu Salinas. During the fraternal meeting the two leaders discussed the historic ties between their peoples; the positive state of bilateral relations; the existent political commitment to strengthen and expand the relationship in spheres with untapped potential; in addition to issues of regional and international interest.

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Statement by Ministry of Foreign Relations General Director for Bilateral Affairs

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The General Director for Bilateral Affairs at Cuba’s Ministry of Foreign Relations, Gerardo Peñalver Portal, denies and categorically refutes irresponsible, unfounded reports released by certain media outlets alleging the presence of Cuban troops in the Arab Republic of Syria.

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Raúl receives Slovakian Prime Minister

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Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, President of the Cuba’s Councils of State and Ministers, yesterday afternoon October 8, received the honorable Prime Minister Robert Fico of the Slovak Republic. The two leaders confirmed the positive state of bilateral relations during a cordial meeting, and agreed on the existing potential to further develop ties. They additionally discussed issues of mutual interest on the international agenda.