Tag: Cuba

Cuba and China to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation in Key Sectors
In recent years, China has supported Cuba through cooperation efforts that include multi-billion-dollar loans. On Wednesday, Cuba and China agreed to expand and strengthen their bilateral cooperation in areas such as biotechnology, tourism and infrastructure development. RELATED: Cuban President Defends Internet Rate Hike to Prevent Service Collapse This agreement was the outcome of a meeting […]
June 11, 2025

Sanctions, Solidarity and Sovereignty: The Untold Story of Iran-Venezuela Relations
For over seven decades, Iran and Venezuela have cultivated a partnership rooted in anti-imperialism, energy sovereignty, and multipolar diplomacy. What began as formal diplomatic ties in 1947 has evolved into a robust alliance, particularly under the leadership of Venezuela’s Bolivarian Revolution and Iran’s Islamic Republic. Today, their relationship stands as a model of South-South cooperation, challenging Western hegemony while […]
June 9, 2025

Cuban President Defends Internet Rate Hike to Prevent Service Collapse
Diaz-Canel emphasized that his administration will not shy away from dialogue on this ‘highly sensitive’ issue. On Thursday, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said that the recent hike in internet service rates by the state-run telecommunications company ETECSA is necessary to prevent a technological collapse in the country’s communications infrastructure. RELATED: Trump Decree Imposes Entry Restrictions […]
June 6, 2025

Transnational Far Right Uses Fake News to Fuel Student Revolt in Cuba
Experts have described this approach as a ‘Fourth-Generation Warfare Operation.’ In recent days, Cuba has been the target of a new media and political offensive organized by the transnational far right, which seeks to exploit university students’ reaction to increased Internet rates to advance a destabilizing agenda. RELATED: Cuba Introduces Internet Tariff Adjustments Following Popular […]
June 4, 2025

Cuba Introduces Internet Tariff Adjustments Following Popular Demands: Education and Health Take Priority
Cuba’s state-run telecommunications company ETECSA has announced adjustments to its recent commercial measures in response to widespread criticism from various social sectors, particularly within the university sphere.
June 3, 2025

Russia, Venezuela, Cuba, and Iran Sign Cybersecurity Agreement
Eight more countries also decided to support the UN Convention on Cybercrime. Last week, Moscow hosted the roundtable “International Cooperation in the Field of Information Security,” an international event that brought together representatives from twelve countries. RELATED: Second Round of Russia-Ukraine Talks Ends with Agreements on POWs At the end of the meeting, the participants […]
June 2, 2025

Cuba Summons U.S. Diplomatic Official Over “Disrespectful Conduct”
The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINREX) summoned the U.S. chargé d’affaires on Friday, protesting his “interventionist and unfriendly behavior” since assuming his post in Havana. According to Alejandro García del Toro, Director of Bilateral Affairs for the United States, the diplomat’s actions violated the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and contradicted the bilateral agreement […]
May 30, 2025

National Botanical Garden of Havana: A Natural Treasure for Science and Conservation
Just 25 kilometers south of Havana, the National Botanical Garden (JBN) stands as Cuba’s largest and most important botanical reserve, blending scientific research, conservation, and ecotourism in a stunning natural environment. Founded at the request of Fidel Castro and led by German botanist Dr. Johannes Bisse, the project took nearly two decades to develop, officially […]
May 28, 2025

René Portocarrero: The Visionary Cuban Painter Who Redefined Latin American Art
René Portocarrero, one of Cuba’s most celebrated artists, left an enduring legacy in painting, drawing, graphic design, and muralism, shaping the island’s artistic identity while redefining Latin American visual expression. Born in Havana in 1912, Portocarrero’s explosive use of color, dynamic compositions, and depictions of Cuban life and mythology set him apart. His works, including […]
May 21, 2025

Cuba’s Hidden Beaches: Five Secluded Gems Await Exploration
Cuba’s coastline stretches over 5,000 km, offering some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. However, beyond the well-known tourist spots lies a collection of hidden, tranquil, and nearly untouched shores, perfect for those seeking solitude away from crowds. Exploring Cuba’s Secret Beaches A young Cuban adventurer, Adriano Flechilla, has spent years cycling across the island, […]