Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, member of the Political Bureau and first vice president of the Councils of State and Ministers, attended the Cubaindustria2014 fair, on the morning of June 26, taking place at PABEXPO, as part of the First International Convention and Exhibition Cubaindustria2014.

During his visit Díaz-Canel, accompanied by Salvador Pardo Cruz, minister of Industries, and other representatives, commented on the fair’s ability to show the development of Cuban industry in each one of its sectors, cooperation with various countries and the quality of production which has been achieved – a clear reflection of the implementation of the Guidelines of the Party and the Revolution.

Díaz-Canel, emphasized Cuba’s export potential and its ability to substitute imports through collaborative projects permitted under the new Foreign Investment Law as well as the numerous opportunities offered by the Mariel Special Development Zone.

Among the most distinctive aspects of the fair he noted technological advancement and knowledge management for development, demonstrating the talent and intelligence of human resources developed over the years. Díaz-Canel also highlighted the presence of the non-state sector at the fair - and a management model designed to complement national industry - whose participation is vital for the economy and the population.

Díaz-Canel emphasized the need for Cubans to be made aware of the development possibilities of Cuban industry. The fair will be open to the public from 2pm-5:30pm today, June 27 and from 2pm-6pm tomorrow, June 28. Entrance fee will be the standard PABEXPO price of 5 CUP.