Complaints to the Spanish Consulate in Havana focused on the slow pace of consular procedures, lack of progress and absence of clear communication. “Time is passing and there is no progress, and they make many promises that they will speed it up and nothing happens, we do not see anything ... Read more
Read More »again! Western Union has suspended sending money to Cuba until further notice
The world’s remittance giant Western Union has confirmed this cuba directory Sending money to Cuba has been suspended until further notice. The company alleges that there are technical problems in Cuba’s banking system that hinder the delivery of funds to beneficiaries on the island. According to the Western Union message, ... Read more
Read More »Internal trade will impose fines and shut down businesses that oppose electronic payments
Since last February 2, the Internal Trade Authority in Cuba (MINCIN) has begun to crack down on businesses that still resist electronic payments. Precisely from that date, a regulation announced several months earlier, relating to this issue, came into force. The point is that all centers must offer the customer ... Read more
Read More »Brazil forms joint venture with Cuba for fodder production
A feed factory will be inaugurated in Cuba by the Brazilian government to benefit pig and poultry farming on the island. According to Granma newspaper, the necessary raw materials will arrive by the end of February. Therefore, the industry is expected to open up in the same period. It is ... Read more
Read More »Senator Marco Rubio confirms that humanitarian parole is not sustainable
“Humanitarian parole is not sustainable.” This phrase has been repeated several times by Senator Marco Rubio who does not hide to show his disapproval of the program. This route to reach the United States legally has been underway for more than a year. This is all based on immigration measures ... Read more
Read More »Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel dismissed the Economy Minister in view of the serious crisis facing the country.
The Cuban government dismissed Alejandro Gil this Friday as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Planning, as part of a plan to provide oxygen to a time of crisis and a devastated economy. An official statement confirmed that Gill, 60, has been relieved “of his responsibilities”. The dismissal ... Read more
Read More »More than 500 thousand Cubans arrived in the United States in the last two years
In just two years, more than half a million Cubans arrived in the United States. The worrying figure represents 4.8% of the 11.1 million inhabitants that the island registered in the last population census. However, the total of 533 thousand does not accurately reflect the reality. Because It turns out ... Read more
Read More »Correos de Cuba provides details about Express Messaging Service (EMS)
If you need to send documents or packages in or out of Cuba, Correios de Cuba’s Express Messaging Service (EMS) may be an option for you. According to the business group’s own official information, in this article we explain what this service includes, what its advantages are, what requirements you ... Read more
Read More »Cuba announces date to propose new official dollar rate
The Cuban government announced that it is working on defining a new official exchange rate for the US dollar (USD) for this year 2024 as part of measures to boost the economy and correct distortions in the exchange market. The Head of Economy and Planning, Alejandro Gil Fernández, presented to ... Read more
Read More »Weather in Cuba today Monday, January 15, 2024
The Forecast Center of the Cuban Meteorological Institute reported this Sunday that an almost stationary and very weak front will bring cloudy weather to the western region, with sporadic rains mainly in the areas of its northern coast.
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