UN Readies to Condemn Blockade on Cuba

The United Nations will present on October 25, for the 20th consecutive year, a resolution demanding the end of the almost 50-year U.S. blockade to Cuba, valued at 975 billion USD.

Bolivia Confirms Oil and Gas Find

Bolivian President Evo Morales confirmed the discovery of an oil and gas well in northern La Paz, nestled in the foothills of the Andes and the Amazon basin.

Cuba Hosts Alzheimer Event

The 5th Ibero-American Congress on Alzheimer begins on Thursday in this capital, with more than 300 experts from 20 Latin American, European, Asian and African nations.

UN: 20 Years Condemning U.S. Blockade on Cuba

As the United States continues strengthening its economic, trade and financial blockade on Cuba, the UN General Assembly is set to vote with near unanimity for the 20th consecutive time for a resolution condemning the blockade.

Ukrainian President Visits Cuba

Ukrainian President, Victor Yanukovich, on Thursday begins a three-day official visit to Cuba, where he will hold talks with his peer Raul Castro and foster bilateral links.

U.S. Blockade on Cuba: Mass Violation of Human Rights

The U.S. blockade imposed on Cuba is a mass, blatant and systematic violation of human rights of a people and the main obstacle for its social-economic development, Cuban ambassador to China Alberto Blanco stated on Wednesday.

FAO Works with Cuba in 29 Projects

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) currently works with Cuba in 29 projects promoting irrigation, forest development, and fishing, among others, this agency's representative, Marcio Porto, stated.

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