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Nicaragua: Impasse between Ortega and the OAS sends a “bad signal”

Nicaragua’s abrupt exit from talks with the Organization of American States (OAS) last Wednesday has generated a wave of political uncertainty in Managua and Washington.

Samsung Opens its First Store in Cuba

Samsung Electronics Co. announced that it opened its first store in Cuba on Monday, which is a remarkable step for the international technological company as it aims to infiltrate the Caribbean market on a full-scale, reported Yonhap from Seoul.

Cuba National Assembly Special Session Called for Thursday

The Cuban government has called for a special session of the National Assembly of the People’s Power to be held on Thursday June 1st, to officially approve documents which will govern the national political and economic strategy in the coming years.

LGBT Dialogue between US and Cuban Activists in Havana

Throughout the entire day, the activists from both countries debated aspects of the gay struggle in Cuba and the experience of the United States within the scope of the Cuban Day against Homophobia and Transphobia.

Nicaragua: COSEP Denounces “Smear Campaign”

Nicaragua’s Superior Council of Private Enterprise (COSEP) issued a statement Wednesday in which its executive committee (made up only of the presidents of chambers and associations that comprise it) gave its support to the president of this institution, Jose Adan Aguerri, in the face of an alleged “campaign” being carried out against him.

Pro & Contra US-Cuba Exchange Offensive

There are two very distinct approaches trying to influence the Trump administration’s awaited Cuba policy. An initial look at the US president’s plans for the relationship with the neighboring country is expected in the not too far off future.

Sergio Ramirez: “Never be silent in the face of power”

This past Monday, May 22, the “Central America Speaks” festival opened its doors to the public. This fifth year brought together more than 200 participants from 19 countries to talk about literature, poetry and journalism.

Havana Weather for May 25-31

Warm days can be expected in the capital during this 7-day forecast period, with humid winds from the south to southeast and a high sensation of heat. Isolated showers and thunderstorms will occur in the afternoons.

Trump Proposes Eliminating Grants to Cuban Dissidents

President Donald Trump’s first budget request, which was submitted on Tuesday, eliminates funds directed to issues linked to civil society and human rights in Cuba [something which the Cuban government has been demanding for years].

Super Luxury Hotel Opens in Havana, Cuba

The Gran Hotel Manzana, the first five-star plus hotel in Cuba, opened its doors Monday in Havana operated by the Swiss company Kempinski, which considers the facility its “point” of entry to the Americas. The hotel is owned by the Cuban Armed Forces.