CUBA (Tier 3) The Government of Cuba does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking and, even considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, if any, on its anti-trafficking capacity, is not making significant efforts to do so; therefore Cuba remained on Tier 3. Despite the lack of significant efforts, the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 August, 2023 | Topics: News, Reports
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 11, 2023 Today, we mark two years since tens of thousands of Cubans across the entire island raised their voices for their fundamental freedoms. The United States stands in solidarity with those in Cuba who continue to desire a free democracy where their voices are heard, their businesses prosper, and their children …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 July, 2023 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Ubicación: Cuba, todo el país Evento: A partir del 12 de mayo, 2023, la Administración pondrá fin a los requerimientos de vacunación contra COVID-19 para los viajeros aéreos internacionales. Desde las 12:01 a.m. del 12 de mayo, 2023, los pasajeros aéreos no ciudadanos o inmigrantes ya no necesitarán presentar pruebas de haber sido vacunados con una …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 May, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Events, Health Issues, News
Location: Cuba, Countrywide Event: As of May 12, 2023, the Administration will end the COVID-19 vaccine requirements for international air travelers. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on May 12, 2023, noncitizen nonimmigrant air passengers will no longer need to show proof of being fully vaccinated with an accepted COVID-19 vaccine to board a flight to the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 May, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Events, Health Issues, News
MEDIA NOTE April 12, 2023 U.S. – Cuba Migration Talks Held April 12 in Washington On April 12, U.S. and Cuban officials met in Washington, DC to discuss the implementation of the U.S.-Cuba Migration Accords. This bilateral discussion reflects a commitment by both countries to regularly review the implementation of the Accords. The Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 April, 2023 | Topics: Migration, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba
Press Release U.S. Embassy Havana Havana Cuba April 3, 2023 U.S. Embassy in Havana Hosts Finance and Marketing Expert Stacey Brandhorst As part of its ongoing work to empower entrepreneurs and support the private sector in Cuba, the U.S. Embassy in Havana hosted finance and marketing expert Stacey Brandhorst March 29 and March 31. During …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 March, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba
Statement By Chargé D’ Affaires Benjamin Ziff on Women’s History Month U.S. Embassy Havana March 2023 Women’s History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of women and girls in Cuba, the United States, and around the globe who have fought tirelessly and courageously for equality, justice, and opportunity. We salute …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 March, 2023 | Topics: Charge D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba
Press Release Embassy of the United States of America, Havana, Cuba March 27, 2023 On March 23, Chargé d’Affaires Benjamin G. Ziff hosted the graduation ceremony for 42 participants from the 2021 and 2022 cohorts of the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program. The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) provides women entrepreneurs with the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 March, 2023 | Topics: Alumni, Ambassador, Charge D’Affaires, Education, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba
Remarks U.S. Embassy in Havana Havana, Cuba March 7, 2023 Hello, thank you all for joining me to discuss our policy toward Cuba and support for the Cuban people. I am honored to gather here today with an impressive group of Cubans and Cuban-Americans who are incredibly knowledgeable about Cuba and U.S.-Cuba policy. Your efforts, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 March, 2023 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
[Cuba, February 2023] Filmmaker Diana Moreno is using her production company, Wajiros Films, to redefine what it means to be Cuban – and train the next generation of filmmakers. She and her company got a boost in business after she participated in an U.S. government exchange program, the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) , which is helping her to expand …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 March, 2023 | Topics: Alumni, Culture, Education, Events, News, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: #AWE, #Cuban Film
Today marks one year since Russia’s brutal and unjustified full-scale invasion of Ukraine began. It also marks one year of incredible courage and sacrifice displayed by the Ukrainian people who, together with the United States and our allied democracies, have said “no” to Russia’s war of aggression, and “no” to dictatorship and despotism. The United …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: Charge D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: #Russia, #Ukraine, #WarOnUkraine
American singer-songwriter Tonya Boyd-Cannon visited Havana from February 19 to 24 in honor of the Black History month. Boyd-Cannon’s visit, a collaboration among the U.S. Embassy in Havana, the Cuban Ministry of Culture, and the Cuban Institute of Music, hosted three concerts and exchanges with Cuban audiences. Mississippi-born and Louisiana-raised, Boyd-Cannon is a classically trained …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Culture, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: #BlackHistoryMonth, #TonyaBoyd-Cannon
Press Release U.S. Embassy Havana Havana, Cuba February 16, 2023 Award-winning American documentary filmmaker Dawn Porter visited Havana for a series of screenings and exchanges with Cuban filmmakers and businesswomen from February 12 to 16, 2023. Her visit was sponsored by the American Film Showcase of the U.S. Department of State and the University of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 February, 2023 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
Announcement U.S. Embassy Havana Havana, Cuba January 31, 2023 Beginning March 1, 2023 the U.S. Embassy in Havana, Cuba, will only accept payment in U.S. currency for all Consular and USCIS services. The Embassy will no longer accept Cuban pesos. This includes payment for any U.S. citizen, visa, or parole services completed at the U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 January, 2023 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
U.S. Embassy Havana Press Release Havana, Cuba January 29, 2023 Today, the U.S. Embassy in Havana supported a concert featuring American saxophonist, Ted Nash, at the Fábrica de Arte Cubano. During the concert, Nash appeared with Cuban pianist Alejandro Falcón, and his band Cubadentro as part of the Havana International Jazz Festival. Their performance marked …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 January, 2023 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
PAROLE PROCESS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR CUBANS U.S. EMBASSY HAVANA How is the Cuban Family Reunification Program (CFRP) different than the new parole process? The Cuban Family Reunification Parole Program (CFRP) allows immigrant visa beneficiaries with an approved immigrant visa petition filed by a qualifying family member to come to the United States without waiting for an immigrant visa …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 January, 2023 | Topics: Fact Sheets, Migration, News, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: CFRP, Migration, Parole
U.S. Embassy Havana Press Release Havana, Cuba January 20, 2023 On January 19, the U.S. Embassy in Havana hosted a performance by the Cuban American Youth Orchestra (CAYO) at the residence of the Chargé d’Affaires. The program highlighted the strong cultural ties between the United States and Cuba, and featured a rousing performance, where both …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 January, 2023 | Topics: Art & Culture, Charge D’Affaires, Culture, Education, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
Yesterday, the Biden Administration announced processes through which nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, and their immediate family members, may request to come to the United States in a safe and orderly way through a parole program. Cubans who fail to apply for the parole program and who attempt to cross the U.S. southern …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 January, 2023 | Topics: Migration, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues to prepare for the end of the Title 42 public health order, which is currently the subject of multiple court orders, and a return to processing all noncitizens under the Department’s Title 8 immigration authorities. To that end, DHS today announced new border enforcement measures to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 January, 2023 | Topics: Migration, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Additional Safe and Orderly Processes, Announces, Department of Homeland Security, End of Title 42, Migration, New Border Enforcement Measures, Title 42
Roosevelt Room 11:54 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hi, everybody. Sorry to keep you waiting. There’s a lot going on. Today, I’d like to — the Vice President and I would like to talk you about how my administration is dealing with our situation in the southwest border. Now, these actions alone that I’m going to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 January, 2023 | Topics: Migration, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Cuba, Vice President of the United States, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Border Security, Enforcement, President Biden, Remarks, Southwest Border
New Measures Leverage Success of Venezuela Enforcement Initiative to Limit Disorderly and Unsafe Migration While the courts have prevented the Title 42 public health order from lifting for now, the Biden-Harris Administration today is announcing new enforcement measures to increase security at the border and reduce the number of individuals crossing unlawfully between ports of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 January, 2023 | Topics: Fact Sheets, Migration, News, Policy, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
U.S. Embassy Havana, Cuba December 30, 2022 Press Release The United States is working to ensure safe, legal, and orderly migration of Cubans by expanding consular operations in Havana and restarting the Cuban Family Reunification Parole Program (CFRP). As previously announced, beginning January 4, 2023, the U.S. Embassy in Havana will resume full immigrant visa …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 30 December, 2022 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Migration, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Cuba, Visas, Western Hemisphere
Department of Homeland Security Release Date: December 27, 2022 As required by today’s Supreme Court order, the Title 42 public health order will remain in effect and individuals who attempt to enter the United States unlawfully will continue to be expelled to Mexico or their home country. People should not listen to the lies of smugglers …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 December, 2022 | Topics: Migration, News, Press Releases, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Border Security, Department of Homeland Security, Migration, Statement, Supreme Court Title 42 Order, United States
Due to scheduling adjustments, the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Havana, Cuba has rescheduled all interviews originally scheduled on January 3rd, 2023, to December 29th, 2022. For those applicants with interviews scheduled on January 3rd, please check your email for more information on the new appointment.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 December, 2022 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Notification, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Consular Section, Cuba, Interview, Interview Appointment, New Appointment, Rescheduling, United States
The White House December 9, 2022 As we look forward to honoring Human Rights Day this Saturday, December 10th, I once again call for the release of the hundreds of political prisoners in Cuba who remain in detention following the July 11, 2021 protests. In the face of oppression, these protestors bravely exercised their fundamental freedoms, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 December, 2022 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Cuba, Human Rights, Human Rights Day, Political Prisoners, Political Prisoners in Cuba, President, Statement, United States
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 15, 2022 On November 15, U.S. and Cuban officials met in Havana to discuss the implementation of the U.S.-Cuba Migration Accords. This is the second session in 2022 of these semiannual bilateral discussions on migration, reflecting a commitment by both countries to regularly review the implementation of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 November, 2022 | Topics: Migration, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
Statement U.S. Embassy Havana Havana, Cuba November 10, 2022 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Ur Mendoza Jaddou and Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter traveled with a delegation to Havana, Cuba, from November 8-10. In Havana, Director Jaddou discussed the resumption of Cuban Family Reunification Parole processing at U.S. Embassy Havana …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 November, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
John Kelley Political Counselor New York, New York November 3, 2022 Thank you, Mr. President, and thank you members of the General Assembly. The United States remains committed to the Cuban people in their pursuit of freedom, prosperity, and a future with greater dignity. We are focused on the political and economic wellbeing of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 November, 2022 | Topics: News, Official Reports, Policy, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Cuba Embargo, UN General Assembly, UN General Assembly Resolution
U.S. Department of State Ned Price, Department Spokesperson Press Statement October 18, 2022 Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Ian, the United States is providing to the Cuban people critical humanitarian aid to trusted international partners working directly with Cubans whose communities were devastated by the storm. The United States, through the U.S. Agency for …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 19 October, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
September 21, 2022 U.S. Embassy in Havana Prepares for Full Resumption of Immigrant Visa Services in Cuba, Will Accelerate Processing of Cuban Family Reunification Consistent with our commitments under the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection to facilitate safe, orderly, humane, and regular migration, the United States is today announcing an expansion of regular …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 September, 2022 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Family Immigration, Immigrant Visas, Migration, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, U.S. Citizen Services, Western Hemisphere
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is resuming operations under the Cuban Family Reunification Parole (CFRP) program, beginning with pending CFRP program applications. USCIS has begun to mail interview notices to CFRP program petitioners with instructions for the beneficiary interview. On Aug. 18, USCIS began conducting interviews at the U.S. Embassy Havana. USCIS has limited …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 September, 2022 | Topics: Consular Affairs, embassy, Immigrant Visas, Migration, News, Policy, Press Releases, Western Hemisphere
The U.S. Havana Embassy plans to award a purchase order for Appliances, according to the list detailed below. You are encouraged to make your quotation competitive providing equal or exceeding quality. You are also cautioned against any collusion with other potential offerors with regard to price quotations to be submitted. The RFQ does not commit …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 May, 2023 | Topics: News
Location: Western and Central provinces of Cuba Event: Tropical Storm Ian is projected to develop into a major Hurricane and pass over Cuba beginning Monday morning, September 26. This storm is expected to bring significant rainfall and wind that may result in life-threatening flooding, flash flooding, and storm surge. Countrywide impacts are expected but the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 September, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
One year after the July 11, 2021 protests in Cuba, the United States recognizes the determination and courage of the Cuban people as they continue to fight for respect for human rights and persevere through repression during a historic year.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 August, 2022 | Topics: News
Cuba (Tier 3) The Government of Cuba does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking and is not making significant efforts to do so, even considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, if any, on its anti-trafficking capacity; therefore Cuba remained on Tier 3. Despite the lack of significant efforts, the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 July, 2022 | Topics: News, Reports
The Department of State has taken steps to impose visa restrictions on 28 Cuban officials pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 5377.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 July, 2022 | Topics: News
Ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps, Members of the press and independent civil society, Ladies and Gentlemen, Friends all, Good evening and welcome. It is a real honor and pleasure to have you all here in person! This is the first Independence Day celebration to be held at our Residence in three years. It …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 7 July, 2022 | Topics: Charge D’Affaires, News
The United States is deeply concerned by the ongoing harsh sentencing of political protesters in Cuba, and we will continue to work with our partners around the world to demonstrate our collective support for the rights of Cubans who are unjustly detained.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 July, 2022 | Topics: Human Rights, News
Location: Cuba, countrywide Event: End of Use of Expired U.S. Passports for Return of U.S. Citizens to the United States. U.S. citizens will no longer be allowed to use their expired U.S. passport for direct return to the United States after June 30, 2022. Actions to Take: If you are overseas, after June 30, you …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
The Department of State has taken steps to impose visa restrictions on five Cuban officials pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 5377, which suspends nonimmigrant entry into the United States of officers and employees of the Cuban government. These five officials are connected to unfair trials and unjust sentencing and imprisonment of peaceful July 11, 2021, protesters. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 June, 2022 | Topics: News
Q: Which immigrant visa categories will be scheduled in Havana? There are two broad categories of family-based immigrant visas: Immediate Relative and Family Preference. Immediate relative visas require a close family relationship with a U.S. citizen, including a spouse, child under 21, or parent. As of May 2022, parents of U.S. citizens, or IR-5 visa …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 June, 2022 | Topics: News, Visas
The Spokesperson for the Department of State, Ned Price stated on May 16 that “…we will reinstate the Cuban Family Reunification Parole Program (CFRP) and further increase consular services and visa processing, making it possible for more Cubans to reunite with their families in the United States through regular immigration channels.” Please note, however, that …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 May, 2022 | Topics: News
PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON MAY 16, 2022 The Administration’s policy towards Cuba continues to focus first and foremost on support for the Cuban people, including their human rights and their political and economic well-being. Today, the Administration announced measures to further support the Cuban people, providing them additional tools to pursue a life …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Georgetown, Guyana is a regional immigrant visa processing center for applicants from Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Cuba. We heard the calls to increase immigrant visa processing in Guyana due to extended visa wait times as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In recent months, the U.S. Embassy in Guyana has …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 April, 2022 | Topics: News
Q. Is the U.S. Embassy in Havana open for visa processing? In May 2022, the U.S. Embassy in Havana will resume limited immigrant visa processing by prioritizing applicants in the IR-5 (parent of U.S. citizen) category. This change is part of the broader expansion of the Embassy’s functions to facilitate diplomatic and civil society engagement …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 April, 2022 | Topics: News
Thank you for your interest in consular services and travel to the United States! Many services are now available, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we prepare to resume others. For information on the limited resumption of immigrant visa services, please read more here . The current status of services at the Consular Section of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 March, 2022 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Immigrant Visas, Migration, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Cuba, Visas, Western Hemisphere
Today, we recognize the strength and diversity of the Cuban people and their many contributions to the world. We celebrate the strong bonds between our two peoples, as well as the diverse backgrounds and ideas of Cuban artists, entrepreneurs, religious leaders, human rights defenders and advocates for equality, journalists, and environmentalists– just a few of the many people in Cuba with a strong voice and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
Starting on July 11, tens of thousands of Cubans in dozens of cities and towns throughout their country took to the streets to peacefully demand respect for their fundamental freedoms and a better future. In response, the Cuban regime violently repressed the protests, arresting hundreds of demonstrators simply for exercising their human rights of freedom …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
Beginning on July 11, tens of thousands of Cubans across the island took to the streets to peacefully demand their fundamental freedoms and a better future. The Cuban government responded with violence. Today, democracies around the world are coming together to support the Cuban people, calling on the Cuban government to respect Cubans’ demands for universal human …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
On July 22, the United States imposed sanctions on the leader of Cuba’s military and on the Cuban Ministry of the Interior’s Special National Brigade in response to Cuban security forces’ violent suppression of peaceful protesters. Today, the United States is announcing additional sanctions in connection with the Cuban regime’s repression of the peaceful protests …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
In recent weeks, the United States imposed sanctions on Cuban military and security leaders and units in response to the Cuban regime’s violent suppression of peaceful protesters on and after July 11. Today, we are enacting additional sanctions in connection with this repression. We take this action pursuant to Executive Order 13818, which builds upon …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
The United States has imposed additional sanctions on Cuban military and security leaders in response to the Cuban regime’s continued violent suppression of freedoms of expression and peaceful assembly in the days and weeks following the protests on and after July 11. The United States designated Andres Laureano Gonzalez Brito, Chief of the Central Army …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
Starting on July 11, tens of thousands of Cubans in dozens of cities and towns throughout their country took to the streets to peacefully demand respect for their human rights and fundamental freedoms. In response, Cuban security forces violently repressed the protests, arresting hundreds of demonstrators simply for exercising their rights of freedom of expression …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
The United States strongly condemns the Cuban regime’s decision to deny permission for peaceful protests to take place on November 15. By refusing to allow these demonstrations, the Cuban regime clearly demonstrates that it is unwilling to honor or uphold the human rights and fundamental freedoms of Cubans. The Cuban regime’s denial comes after it announced …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
It has been one year since nearly 300 artists and activists gathered and demonstrated for freedom of expression at the gates of the Ministry of Culture in Havana. Inspired by the peaceful and unprecedented protests of the San Isidro Movement, the artists called for artistic and personal freedoms in Cuba, and for the Cuban government …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 December, 2021 | Topics: News
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 30, 2021 In the wake of the Cuban regime’s actions targeting peaceful demonstrators on November 15, the Department of State has imposed visa restrictions on nine Cuban officials implicated in attempts to silence the voices of the Cuban people through repression and unjust detentions. The Department implemented …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 30 November, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 16, 2021 The United States commends the courage and will of the Cuban people who stood in the face of government repression to make their voices heard yesterday. The Cuban regime again blocked the voices of the Cuban people rather than listen to them, forgoing opportunities for dialogue and positive change for …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 November, 2021 | Topics: News
NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • STATEMENTS AND RELEASES This July, the world watched as Cubans bravely took to the streets in historic protests, asserting their rights to freedom of expression and freedom of peaceful assembly. In advance of peaceful demonstrations planned for today, the Cuban regime predictably deployed a set piece of harsh prison sentences, sporadic arrests, intimidation tactics, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 November, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
In July, the people of Cuba bravely and spontaneously took to the streets to demand change from their government: respect for human rights, greater freedom of expression, and an end to economic mismanagement by an authoritarian regime that has failed to meet their most basic needs. The Cuban regime responded with violence, censorship, arrests, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The United States Embassy in Havana seeks a contractor to provide daily Cuban print, online, television, and radio news broadcast summaries of an agreed-upon range of Cuban and international media outlets. The report must be delivered by e-mail every day no later than 7:00 a.m. Havana time. Interested parties should contact HavanaMedia@state.gov as soon as possible for additional information. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 November, 2021 | Topics: Commercial Opportunities, News
Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on the Cuban Ministry of Interior (MININT) and Minister of Interior General Lazaro Alberto Álvarez Casas for their connection to serious human rights abuse under Executive Order 13818, which builds upon and implements the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act. MININT is designated for being responsible for, complicit …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The State Department has designated Cuba as a State Sponsor of Terrorism for repeatedly providing support for acts of international terrorism in granting safe harbor to terrorists. The Trump Administration has been focused from the start on denying the Castro regime the resources it uses to oppress its people at home, and countering its malign …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
QUESTION: Hello. We’re here today with Mike Pompeo, the 70th Secretary of State. And we’re beginning the new year with a conversation with him. Mr. Secretary, thank you very much for giving us time today. SECRETARY POMPEO: David, it’s great to be with you. Happy New Year to you. QUESTION: So did you get any …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JANUARY 1, 2021 Today, the Department of State is announcing the addition of Banco Financiero International S.A. (BFI) to the Cuba Restricted List, effective upon publication in early January. BFI is a Cuban military-controlled commercial bank that benefits directly from financial transactions at the expense of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE DECEMBER 21, 2020 Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added three Cuban military-owned companies to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). All property and interests in property of these entities that are in the United States or in the possession or control of persons …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S Department of the Treasury Press Releases December 18, 2020 Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Ex-Cle Soluciones Biometricas C.A. (Ex-Cle C.A.) for materially supporting the illegitimate President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro Moros, including by providing goods and services that the Maduro regime used to carry …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
When will the embassy reopen? The embassy has remained open to provide emergency and mission-critical visa services throughout the pandemic. Our first priority continues to be American citizen services. In September 2020, we resumed scheduling nonimmigrant and immigrant visa interview appointments, giving priority to certain categories of visas . Appointments for some categories of routine visas, including visitor …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 24, 2020 Yesterday, the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action to remove Cuba’s military from the process of sending remittances to Cuba. Once these changes to the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) are effective, persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction will no longer be authorized to process remittances to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
In 2018, President Donald Trump withdrew the United States from the United Nations Human Rights Council due to its well-established pattern of anti-Israel bias and membership rules that allow the election of the world’s worst human rights abusers to seats on the Council. Prior to making this decision, and after our exit, the United States …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: News
Today, the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added Cuban national Luis Alberto Rodríguez López-Calleja (also known as López-Callejas) to OFAC’s list of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons. Rodríguez López-Calleja is the head of the Cuban military-owned conglomerate Grupo de Administración Empresarial S.A. (GAESA). All assets, property, and interests of property of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Today, the Department of State is adding American International Services (AIS) to the Cuba Restricted List. AIS is a financial institution controlled by the Cuban military that processes remittances sent to the Cuban people. The Cuban military also uses AIS, its parent company FINCIMEX, and other entities to charge fees and manipulate the remittance and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: News
U.S. Department of State For Immediate Release September 23, 2020 SPECIAL BRIEFING VIA TELEPHONE September 23, 2020 The Miami Hub Moderator: Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State. I would like to welcome our participants who have dialed in from the United States and across the region. This is an on-the-record conference call …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State September 23, 2020 Today, the Department of State is announcing the creation of the Cuba Prohibited Accommodations (CPA) List. The CPA List includes 433 properties that are owned or controlled by the Cuban regime or certain well-connected insiders. The Treasury Department’s Office of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S Department of the Treasury Press Releases September 23, 2020 WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) amended the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) to further implement the President’s foreign policy to deny the Cuban regime sources of revenue. The changes restrict lodging at certain properties in Cuba; importing …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Havana Event: On September 1, new COVID related restrictions will be imposed in the province of Havana by the local government. The new restrictive measures are related to the movement of people and vehicles, and the sale of products. The new measures include a daily curfew from 7pm until 5am, reduced operating hours for …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Press Releases
Today, I requested that the Department of Transportation suspend private charter flights to all Cuban airports, including Havana. This action will suspend all charter flights between the United States and Cuba over which the Department of Transportation exercises jurisdiction, except for authorized public charter flights to and from Havana and other authorized private charter flights …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Press Releases
As someone who has lived on the island and watched how the Cuban Communist regime portrays its medical missions program for several years, I regularly read articles about Cuba sending doctors and nurses overseas to fight COVID-19 with interest. I am compelled to comment because many articles present a case that skirts significant facts while …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
JULY 15, 2020 The United States government welcomes the Pan American Health Organization’s decision to initiate an independent review of its role in the Mais Medicos program, pursuant to which PAHO provided well over a billion dollars to Cuba. The United States and other key PAHO member states have actively worked with PAHO leadership to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S. Independence Day 2020 Remarks by U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Mara Tekach in Havana, Cuba July 4, 2020 “Proclaim Liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof.” Leviticus 25:10 is inscribed in the Liberty Bell, the iconic United States symbol of Liberty. U.S. Americans sounded the Liberty Bell in celebration when the U.S. Declaration …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Catherine (bottom right), working as a Diplomat in Residence, speaking to graduate students at Florida International University (Photo courtesy of Catherine) Catherine Rodriguez, who leads the Consulate General in Lahore, Pakistan, is a Cuban American who grew up in Miami and has served in a variety of roles in the Foreign Service – both at the Agency for International Development and the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
JUNE 26, 2020 On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, we honor and support victims and survivors throughout the world. We observe this day on the anniversary of the date on which the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment came into effect; 166 countries including …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
JUNE 20, 2020 The United Nations Human Rights Council, now comprised of Venezuela and recently, Cuba and China, has long been and remains a haven for dictators and democracies that indulge them. It is a grave disappointment to those genuinely seeking to advance human dignity. Even so, the Council’s decision to vote yesterday on a …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Dear José Daniel, The time has come for us to continue our conversation. The only thing which has alleviated my outrage at your unjust detention and mistreatment is the happiness of your family when finally reunited with you. It was a great relief but only a small step toward your final exoneration. What you suffered …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 June, 2020 | Topics: News
Human rights defender José Daniel Ferrer has spent most of his adult life imprisoned for trying to make Cuba a free nation. Ferrer has worked tirelessly to ensure all Cubans have a voice in the affairs of their own country. The Castro regime has responded by beating and torturing Ferrer, harassing and threatening his family …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JUNE 3, 2020 Today, the United States Government is announcing the addition of seven new subentities to the Cuba Restricted List. These seven subentities disproportionately benefit the Castro dictatorship, a regime which uses the profits from these businesses to oppress the Cuban people and to fund its interference in Venezuela, at the expense …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 June, 2020 | Topics: News
Moderator: Greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State’s Media Hub of the Americas in Miami, Florida. I would like to welcome our participants who have dialed in from the United States and across the region. This is an on-the-record briefing with Ambassador Michael Kozak, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, and Lea …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: News
Yesterday, the Department of State notified Congress that Iran, North Korea, Syria, Venezuela, and Cuba were certified under Section 40A(a) of the Arms Export Control Act as “not cooperating fully” with U.S. counterterrorism efforts in 2019. This is the first year that Cuba has been certified as not fully cooperating since 2015. This certification prohibits …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: News
U.S. Embassy Havana May 12, 2020 PRESS STATEMENT The Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service works closely with law enforcement agencies to protect and maintain the security and safety of foreign missions in the United States. Regarding the events at the Cuban Embassy in Washington DC of April 30, 2020, this is a joint investigation …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Last updated: 06/10/2022 *** As of 12:01 a.m. EDT on June 12, 2022, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will no longer order air passengers to show a negative COVID-19 test result, or show documentation of recovery from COVID-19, prior to boarding a flight to the United States. Of note, CDC’s Order requiring proof …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy, Havana, Cuba, April 22, 2020 Location: Cuba Event: The U.S. Embassy has individually notified all confirmed travelers for the two Delta Airlines charter flights departing from Havana to Miami on Friday, April 24. The Embassy will continue to explore options for repatriation of U.S. citizens who are not traveling on this …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Cuba Event: The U.S. Embassy is working with U.S. airlines in efforts to arrange a humanitarian repatriation flight for U.S. Citizens. We have contacted hundreds of U.S. citizens and eligible Lawful Permanent Residents in Cuba to confirm reservations for an upcoming flight. We continue to do so. Due to spacing restrictions, we are not able …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Cuba Event: The U.S. Embassy is exploring all options to address the current travel disruptions. This includes a possible charter flight if commercial flights between the United States and Cuba do not resume in the near future. In preparation for a possible charter flight, U.S. citizens interested in returning to the United States should …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Cuba Event: The U.S. Embassy strongly encourages U.S. citizens to make necessary preparations for an extended stay in Cuba during the quarantine period. Please comply with local quarantine requirements and strictly follow local authorities. On April 2, the Cuban government suspended the arrival and departure of all international flights. They have not announced a date on …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Cuba Event: On April 2, the Cuban government will suspend the arrival and departure of all international flights. U.S. citizens in Cuba who normally live in the United States should arrange for immediate return with American Airlines today or be prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. U.S. Citizens with upcoming travel plans …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
U.S Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson March 24, 2020 The Department of State is rising to meet the historic challenge posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, every day, all over the world. We have no higher duty than to protect American citizens, and have launched an unprecedented global effort to bring home …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: News
Special Briefing Office Of The Spokesperson March 23, 2020 MODERATOR ONE: Okay, at the end of the opening remarks, if you want to ask a question, please send me a text message at [redacted] and I will add you to the queue. With that, I’ll turn it over to [Moderator Two]. MODERATOR TWO: Hey, everybody. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MARCH 20, 2020 I congratulate Luis Almagro on his re-election as Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS). Under his principled leadership, which the member-states have now renewed, the United States will continue to work with our partners at the OAS to promote and defend …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: News
MARCH 11, 2020 Secretary Michael R. Pompeo will deliver on-camera remarks on the release of the 2019 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, in the Press Briefing Room at the U.S. Department of State. Assistant Secretary Robert Destro of the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor will …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Remarks to women civil society leaders in Cuba Chargé d’ Affaires Mara Tekach Chief of Mission Residence March 9, 2020 Welcome to the United States Embassy’s commemoration of women civil society leaders in Cuba, heroines who personify the democratic values critical to a vibrant social order. As a matter of policy, the United States firmly …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 March, 2020 | Topics: News
Chargé d’ Affaires Mara Tekach U.S. Embassy Havana International Women’s day March 6, 2020, Chief of Mission Residence Welcome to the United States Embassy commemoration of women of courage in which we honor Cuba’s Ladies in White. You epitomize what it means to be valiant in the face of overwhelming repression. We are all Ladies …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 March, 2020 | Topics: News
U.S Department of State Media Note Office of the Spokesperson March 3, 2020 2020 International Women of Courage Award Recipients Announced Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo to Honor Awardees on March 4, 2020 with Special Remarks by First Lady of the United States Melania Trump On Wednesday, March 4, Secretary of State Michael R. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 March, 2020 | Topics: News
An Open Letter to the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Cuba His Excellency Bruno Eduardo Rodriguez Parrilla Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba Havana Minister Rodriguez: Cuban human rights defender Jose Daniel Ferrer has endured more than 100 days of unjust imprisonment and repeatedly has been dragged, chained, beaten, and burned …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 February, 2020 | Topics: News
President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address to the Congress of the United States The White House Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. February 4, 2020 [Excerpts related to foreign policy] * * * * One of the single biggest promises I made to the American people was to replace the disastrous …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 February, 2020 | Topics: News
Delivering Life-Saving Humanitarian Relief to Venezuelans in Need U.S. Department of State Fact Sheet Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration February 4, 2020 Since 2017, the United States has provided over $656 million in aid to the Venezuela crisis, of which nearly $473 million is humanitarian assistance for the close to 4.8 million Venezuelans who …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 February, 2020 | Topics: News
Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Miami, Florida Four Points by Sheraton Miami Airport West Hotel QUESTION: Thank you for doing this, Mr. Secretary. SECRETARY POMPEO: Great to be with you. Thank you. QUESTION: One year after imposing sanctions on the Maduro regime and the Cuban Government, they haven’t changed course. So can you say …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba, U.S. Secretary of State
FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 21, 2020 “The relationship between the United States and Costa Rica is grounded in our mutual commitment to democracy, security, and prosperity. Costa Rica continues to be a regional model of democracy and respect for human rights, as well as a leader in the fight against transnational crime and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S Department of State Readout Office of the Spokesperson January 21, 2020 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met yesterday with Brazilian Foreign Minister Ernesto Araujo on the margins of the Counter Terrorism Ministerial in Bogota, Colombia. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Araujo highlighted our close partnership in the global …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Link to source: https://www.state.gov/the-oas-revival/ U.S Department of State Speech Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State Washington, D.C. Organization of American States January 17, 2020 The OAS Revival SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Good morning, everyone. I want to thank the Permanent Council Chair from Guyana for honoring the United States request to speak today. And I’d also like to recognize the OAS’s superb Secretary General, Luis …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State January 16, 2020 Today, the United States Senate passed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, also known as the USMCA, bringing us one step closer to fulfilling President Trump’s promise to modernize and update trade agreements. Mexico has ratified the USMCA, and we now look forward to the Canadian Parliament’s consideration of this agreement. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State January 10, 2020 United States Further Restricts Air Travel to Cuba Today, at my request, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) suspended until further notice all public charter flights between the United States and Cuban destinations other than Havana’s José Martí International Airport. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: News
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY WASHINGTON, D.C. Served: January 10, 2020 NOTICE By this Notice, the U.S. Department of Transportation (the Department) (1) suspends the authority granted to all public charter operators that authorizes public charter flights between any point in the United States and any point in Cuba, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: News
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Havana (January 6, 2020) Location: Cuba Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary MICHAEL R. POMPEO January 5, 2020 The United States Congratulates Interim President Juan Guaido on His Re-Election as President of the National Assembly On behalf of the United States, I congratulate Juan Guaido on his re-election as president of the Venezuelan National …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 January, 2020 | Topics: News
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement by the Department of Defense JAN. 2, 2020 At the direction of the President, the U.S. military has taken decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel abroad by killing Qasem Soleimani, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force, a U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. General Soleimani was actively developing plans to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 January, 2020 | Topics: News
Public Designation of Leopoldo Cintra Frias Due to Involvement in Gross Violations of Human Rights Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary Of State JANUARY 2, 2020 The Department is publicly designating Leopoldo Cintra Frias, Minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Cuba (MINFAR), under Section 7031(c) of the FY 2019 Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, due …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 January, 2020 | Topics: News
Statement From Assistant to the Secretary of Defense Jonathan Hoffman DEC. 29, 2019 In response to repeated Kata’ib Hizbollah (KH) attacks on Iraqi bases that host Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) coalition forces, U.S. forces have conducted precision defensive strikes against five KH facilities in Iraq and Syria that will degrade KH’s ability to conduct future …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 30 December, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S Department of state Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State December 20, 2019 United States Takes Action Against Violators of Religious Freedom The protection of religious freedom is a top Trump Administration foreign policy priority. Persecution and discrimination on the basis of religion or belief exists in every region of the world. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 December, 2019 | Topics: News
In 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) to identify common rights and freedoms for all people in all nations. An American, former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt, chaired the UN Human Rights Commission that drafted this landmark document. Chairwoman Roosevelt needed only to look at our own deep …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
A specter is haunting the Western Hemisphere – the specter of democracy. Editorial by Michael Kozak, Acting Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs, U.S. Department of State Sometimes-violent protests have recently filled the streets of cities across the Americas. Some critics once again seek to cast the United States as a convenient foil, using an outdated Cold …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 December, 2019 | Topics: News
The United States Takes Action Against the Movement of Venezuelan Oil to Cuba PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE DECEMBER 3, 2019 On December 3, the United States identified six PDVSA-owned vessels, pursuant to E.O. 13884 or 13850, being used by the former Maduro regime to ship oil to Cuba. In addition, the Esperanza was …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 December, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO November 22, 2019 Cuban Government Allegations of Political Interference Against U.S. Chargé d’Affaires The U.S. government strongly condemns the Castro regime’s accusations against our Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Havana, Mara Tekach. The regime has launched …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: News
Public Designation of Julio Cesar Gandarilla Bermejo under Section 7031(c) of the FY 2019 Department of State, Foreign Operations List 11/16/2019 05:45 PM EST Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State The Department is publicly designating Julio Cesar Gandarilla Bermejo, Minister of Cuba’s Ministry of the Interior (MININT), under Section 7031(c) of the FY 2019 Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 November, 2019 | Topics: News
State Department Updates the Cuba Restricted List PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 15, 2019 Today, I am announcing an update to the Cuba Restricted List to add five sub-entities owned by the Cuban military to the list of entities with which direct financial transactions are generally prohibited. On November 16th, Cuba commemorates Havana’s 500th anniversary. Havana was once …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 November, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S Department of State Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State November 5, 2019 The United States Takes Action Against Former Maduro Regime Officials and Strengthens International Efforts On November 5, the United States identified five members of the former Maduro regime and took action against them under the authority of Executive Order (E.O.) …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 November, 2019 | Topics: News
At the request of the Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of Transportation suspended until further notice scheduled air service between the United States and Cuban international airports other than Havana’s Jose Marti International Airport to prevent the Cuban regime from profiting from U.S. air travel. U.S. air carriers will have 45 days to discontinue …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: News
PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 18, 2019 The U.S. government strongly condemns the Cuban regime’s unconscionable detainment of human rights defender José Daniel Ferrer, founder of the Patriotic Union of Cuba (UNPACU). We call on the Castro regime to immediately disclose Mr. Ferrer’s location and condition, to treat him humanely, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 19 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The UN High Commissioner report on Human Rights issued this past July documented egregious human rights abuses of the former Maduro regime in Venezuela. It is sadly no surprise that Maduro shamelessly sought a seat on the UN Human Rights Council in an effort to block any limit to his repressive control of the Venezuelan …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 October, 2019 | Topics: News
Registration for the Diversity Visa Program (DV-2021) has already begun. Be on the lookout for frauds that include payment requests. Don’t be a victim of scam or deception! The DV program does not notify you by email, nor does it request payment prior to the consular interview. Follow the official instructions here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/diversity-visa-program-entry/diversity-visa-instructions.html .
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 October, 2019 | Topics: News
The United States and the Holy See: Partners in Advancing Religious Freedom, Combatting Human Trafficking, and Promoting Human Rights Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson October 3, 2019 Secretary Pompeo traveled to Vatican City from October 2-3, where he met with Pope Francis, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and Secretary for Relations with …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 October, 2019 | Topics: News
Visa Actions Against Cuban Officials Exploiting Cuban Doctors 09/30/2019 05:27 PM EDT The State Department is imposing visa restrictions under the Immigration and Nationality Act Section 212(a)(3)(C) on Cuban officials responsible for certain exploitative and coercive labor practices as part of Cuba’s overseas medical missions program. Profiting from the work of the Cuban doctors has …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 October, 2019 | Topics: News
THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Friday, September 27, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE www.justice.gov/news Cuban Citizen Sentenced for Making False Statements on an Application for Lawful Permanent Residence and for Theft of Government Funds WASHINGTON – A Cuban citizen and high-ranking official in the Cuban government living in Miami, Florida, was sentenced to six months in …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 October, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S Department of State Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, Department Spokesperson September 24, 2019 United States Takes Action Against Entities and Vessels Operating in Venezuela’s Oil Sector On September 24, the United States designated four companies that operate in Venezuela’s oil sector as sanctioned, and identified as blocked property four vessels associated with this activity. This action …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S Department of the Treasury Press Releases September 24, 2019 Treasury Further Targets Entities and Vessels Moving Venezuelan Oil to Cuba Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated four entities that operate in the oil sector of the Venezuelan economy pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13850. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: News
By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
The Department of State today notified the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs that the United States requires the imminent departure of two members of Cuba’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations for abusing their privileges of residence. This is due to their attempts to conduct influence operations against the United States. In addition to the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 19 September, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY MICHAEL R. POMPEO September 15, 2019 International Day of Democracy On this International Day of Democracy, we reflect on our nation’s unwavering commitment to the unalienable rights that create the foundation of our democracy. In the United States, those rights are …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 September, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Morgan Ortagus, Spokesperson September 10, 2019 Religious Freedom in Cuba This past weekend, many in Cuba, and many Cuban Americans, joyfully celebrated the Feast of the Virgin of Charity of Cobre (La Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre), the patron saint of Cuba. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 September, 2019 | Topics: News
United States Restricts Remittances and “U-Turn” Transactions to Cuba MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 6, 2019 Today, the Department of the Treasury took action to prevent U.S. remittances to Cuba from enriching Cuban regime insiders and their families and to restrict Cuba’s access to the U.S. financial system. Going forward, U.S. persons are no longer allowed to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 September, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Public Affairs Treasury Issues Changes to Strengthen Cuba Sanctions Rules Press Release: September 6, 2019 Contact: Treasury Public Affairs, (202) 622-2960 WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) amended the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) to further implement President Trump’s June 2017 …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 September, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo August 21, 2019 On the Prosecution of Cuban Journalist Roberto Quinones The U.S. government strongly condemns the prosecution of Roberto Quinones. We call upon the Cuban regime to immediately release Mr. Quinones and to cease their abuse and mistreatment. On April …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 August, 2019 | Topics: News
Visa Actions Against Cuban Officials PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE JULY 26, 2019 The Cuban government engages in exploitative and coercive labor practices while it earns money on the backs of its citizens through its overseas medical missions program. To address this labor abuse, the Department has imposed visa restrictions on certain …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 July, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
The State Department has updated the Cuba Restricted List to add four sub-entities owned by the Cuban military. The changes take effect today, July 26, as Cuba celebrates more than 60 years since the start of the Cuban Revolution. Sixty years after Castro promised to improve the lives of the Cuban people, the revolution continues to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 July, 2019 | Topics: News
Press statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State July 5, 2019 On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I congratulate interim President Juan Guaido, the National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela as you celebrate the anniversary of your independence. Once again, the Venezuelan people are besieged by dictatorship, undesired foreign …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
June 27, 2019 Havana, Cuba Members of the diplomatic community, members of Cuba’s civil society, educators and entrepreneurs, I want to begin by thanking the U.S. Embassy Havana team – every one of you has contributed and added a personal touch to today’s celebration. American officers, our Marines, and our Cuban colleagues at the Embassy. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: Charge D’Affaires, News
U.S Department of the Treasury Press Releases July 3, 2019 Treasury Targets Cuban Support for the Illegitimate Venezuelan Regime Treasury further removes sanctions on company that has ended its involvement in Venezuelan oil shipments to Cuba Washington – Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Cubametales, the Cuban state-run oil …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: News
The United States Curtails Cuban Support for Illegitimate Former Maduro Regime MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JULY 3, 2019 Today, the United States removed sanctions on oil shipping company PB Tankers in response to actions it has taken to ensure that its vessels no longer were complicit in supporting the former Maduro regime. Additionally, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: News
Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Kimberly Breier at the Plenary Session of the 49th OAS General Assembly KIMBERLY BREIER, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF WESTERN HEMISPHERE AFFAIRS MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA JUNE 27, 2019 Thank you very much. I’d like to thank President Duque, Secretary General Almagro, and your respective teams for organizing this 49th General Assembly …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 June, 2019 | Topics: News
Maduro Dictatorship Tortures Opponent to Death PRESS STATEMENT MORGAN ORTAGUS, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON WASHINGTON, DC JUNE 30, 2019 The United States condemns the killing and torture of Capitan de Corbeta Rafael Acosta Arévalo, a Venezuelan Naval Officer, who died while in the custody of Maduro’s thugs and their Cuban advisers. We express deepest condolences to his …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 June, 2019 | Topics: News
The United States Sanctions Nicolas Maduro Guerra MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JUNE 28, 2019 Today, the United States imposed sanctions against Nicolas Maduro’s son, Nicolas Ernesto Maduro Guerra (Maduro Guerra), for his role as an official in the illegitimate Maduro regime pursuant to E.O. 13692. Maduro Guerra is a member of the illegitimate …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 June, 2019 | Topics: News
2018 Report on International Religious Freedom: Cuba JUNE 21, 2019 Executive Summary The constitution provides for freedom of conscience and religion and prohibits discrimination based on religion; however, the Cuban Communist Party, through its Office of Religious Affairs (ORA) and the government’s Ministry of Justice (MOJ), continued to control most aspects of religious life. Observers …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Reports
On the Occasion of World Refugee Day U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo June 20, 2019 On World Refugee Day, we recognize the plight of millions of refugees who have fled their homes due to conflict and persecution, and we reaffirm our commitment to provide life-saving …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the 2019 Trafficking in Persons Report Launch Ceremony U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release June 20, 2019 Excerpts – Remarks Benjamin Franklin Room Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Welcome. First, I want to welcome all of the human trafficking survivors in …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
2019 Trafficking in Persons Report: Cuba June 20, 2019 CUBA: Tier 3 The Government of Cuba does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking and is not making significant efforts to do so; therefore Cuba was downgraded to Tier 3. Despite the lack of significant efforts, the government took some steps …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Reports
Remarks by Vice President Pence at SOUTHCOM Press Conference | Miami, FL NATIONAL SECURITY & DEFENSE Issued on: June 18, 2019 USNS Comfort Miami, Florida 12:52 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Admiral Faller. Thank you for the introduction. And thank you for your great, great lifetime of service and leadership in the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 19 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release June 12, 2019 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland in Washington, D.C. The Secretary and Foreign Minister reiterated their mutual commitment to restoring democracy in Venezuela and Nicaragua. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Media Note June 4, 2019 United States Restricts Travel & Vessels to Cuba Today, the United States took strong action to prevent U.S. travel to Cuba from enriching the Cuban military, security, and intelligence services by announcing new restrictions on authorized travel and vessels …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S Department of the Treasury Press Releases June 4, 2019 Treasury and Commerce Implement Changes to Cuba Sanctions Rules WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) unveiled amendments to the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) to further implement the President’s foreign policy on Cuba. These amendments complement changes …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The White House Statement from the President Issued on: June 1, 2019 As we celebrate LGBT Pride Month and recognize the outstanding contributions that LGBT people have made to our great Nation, let us also stand in solidarity with the many LGBT people who live in dozens of countries worldwide that punish, imprison, or even …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
The White House Proclamation on National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2019 Issued on: May 31, 2019 During National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we acknowledge the significant ways Caribbean Americans have shaped our culture and heritage. Americans with roots in the Caribbean have greatly enriched our society, contributing to the arts, business, journalism, technology, government, religion, the military, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Morgan Ortagus, Spokesperson May 27, 2019 The United States condemns the conditions placed on the movement and activities of Cuban human rights activist and political prisoner Dr. Eduardo Cardet. Cuban regime authorities not only unjustly sentenced Dr. Cardet to three years in …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: News
Remarks by Vice President Pence at the Washington Conference on the Americas U.S. Department of State Washington, D.C. May 7, 2019 3:36 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Great. Thank you all. Thank you very much. Thank you, Chairman Gluski. Thank you for that wonderful introduction. To President-Elect Bukele, to Vice President Ramirez, to all the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States
World Press Freedom Day Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 3, 2019 On World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting safety and freedom for members of the press. A free and independent media is indispensable to a vibrant, functioning democracy. Despite some progress, journalists around the world …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 May, 2019 | Topics: News
OAS Addresses the Destabilizing Role of Russia and Cuba in Venezuela Remarks by Alexis F. Ludwig Deputy U.S. Permanent Representative May 2, 2019 Good morning, and thank you to the panelists for sharing this important information with us today. The United States is committed to advancing democratic governance and strengthening our work with partners in …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 May, 2019 | Topics: News
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2019 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP STANDS FOR DEMOCRACY IN VENEZUELA “The people of Venezuela are standing for freedom and democracy, and the United States of America is standing right by their side.” – President Donald J. Trump RESTORING DEMOCRACY AND PROSPERITY: President Donald J. Trump …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 May, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Secretary Pompeo’s Call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Readout May 1, 2019 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo called Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov today, May 1, to discuss the situation in Venezuela. The Secretary …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 May, 2019 | Topics: News
Treasury Statement on Restoring Venezuelan Democracy April 30, 2019 Washington – Today, the Department of the Treasury issued a statement in support of efforts underway in Venezuela to restore democracy. This statement can be attributed to a Treasury spokesperson: “The United States stands with the Venezuelan people and interim President Juan Guaido in opposition to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Department of State Updates the Cuba Restricted List Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 24, 2019 The Department of State has updated the Cuba Restricted List with five additional sub-entities owned by the Cuban military. The changes take effect today. The Department will continue to update the list as needed to ensure …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 April, 2019 | Topics: News
AS DELIVERED APRIL 17, 2019 Ambassador Bolton remarks to the Bay of Pigs Veterans Association – Brigade 2506. Thank you, Colonel [Johnny] Lopez de la Cruz, for your kind introduction, and for the invitation to address the Bay of Pigs Veterans Association this afternoon. I am delighted to be here in Miami among such brave …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Senior State Department Official U.S. Policy Towards Cuba Background Press Briefing April 17, 2019 Moderator: Good morning, and greetings to everyone from the U.S. Department of State Media Hub of the Americas in Miami, Florida. I am Lydia Barraza, the Director of the Miami Media Hub and the Spanish-language spokesperson. I would like to welcome …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Treasury Targets Finances of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega’s Regime WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Laureano Ortega Murillo, the son of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo, as well as Nicaraguan bank Banco Corporativo SA (BanCorp). Today’s …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Treasury Sanctions Central Bank of Venezuela and Director of the Central Bank of Venezuela Washington – Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Banco Central de Venezuela, or the Central Bank of Venezuela, pursuant to E.O. 13850, as amended, for operating in the financial …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Additional Financial Sanctions Against Nicaragua Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 17, 2019 Today, the United States has affirmed its commitment to use all economic and diplomatic tools to promote accountability for the Ortega regime and to support the Nicaraguan people in their quest for freedom. The United States has sanctioned Laureano …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE April 17, 2019 The United States Sanctions the Central Bank of Venezuela Today, the United States has taken further action to halt the former Maduro regime’s theft of Venezuela’s assets and destruction of the economy. The United States has sanctioned the Central …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2019 President Donald J. Trump Is Taking A Stand For Democracy and Human Rights In the Western Hemisphere “When Venezuela is free, and Cuba is free, and Nicaragua is free, this will become the first free hemisphere in all of human history” …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Ministerial for the “U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership” Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 13, 2019 On April 12, Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan led an interagency team of United States senior officials and experts to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) headquarters in Miami, Florida, where he hosted ministers and disaster management officials …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Joint Statement: Ministerial of the U.S.-Caribbean Resilience Partnership Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 13, 2019 The text of the following joint statement was issued by the governments of the United States, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release ON-THE-RECORD-BRIEFING April 17, 2019 Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Kimberly Breier April 17, 2019 Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. MS ORTAGUS: Good morning, everybody. ASSISTANT SECRETARY BREIER: Good morning, everyone. MS ORTAGUS: Let’s start with Matt. QUESTION: Thank you. Ms. Secretary, I – even before the announcement …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Remarks to the Press Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 17, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Welcome. I’m here to announce an important decision regarding the United States policy towards Cuba. In 1996, Congress passed the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity Act, also known as Libertad. Until Title III of that …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Treasury Increases Pressure on Cuba to End Support to Maduro by Imposing Further Oil Sector Sanctions U.S Department of The Treasury Press Releases April 12, 2019 Washington – Today, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated four companies that operate in the oil sector of the Venezuelan economy, pursuant to E.O. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Nicolás Maduro: Corruption and Chaos in Venezuela U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release April 15, 2019 Fact Sheet “Maduro usurped power; he’s not the duly elected president. Juan Guaidó is the person that the Venezuelan people chose. America and now 54 other nations simply have ratified that, have said, ‘Yep, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Official For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE April 12, 2019 The United States Takes Action to End Cuba’s Malign Influence on Venezuela Today, the United States sanctioned four companies for operating in the oil sector of the Venezuelan economy and identified nine vessels as blocked property, pursuant to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Remarks to the Press Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State On Plane ert Santiago, Chile April 11, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: It’s going to be a great trip, something we’ve been working on for quite a while. It came together six, eight weeks ago. The administration has spent a lot of time on South America. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: News
United States Provides Additional Humanitarian Aid to Venezuelans Who Have Fled Their Country Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 10, 2019 Today, Vice President Pence announced that the United States is providing nearly $61 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support the regional response for the 3.4 million Venezuelans who have …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 April, 2019 | Topics: News
The United States Sanctions Companies Enabling Shipment of Venezuelan Oil to Cuba U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Media Note Washington, DC April 5, 2019 Today, the United States sanctioned two companies, Ballito Bay Shipping Inc. and ProPer in Management Inc., operating in Venezuela’s oil sector and the vessel Despina Andrianna used to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: News
Secretary Pompeo Extends For Two Weeks Title III Suspension with an Exception (LIBERTAD Act) Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 3, 2019 Today, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo announced his decision to continue for two weeks, from April 18 through May 1, 2019, the current suspension with an exception of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 April, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Chargé’s remarks to women of the embassy for Women’s History Month 2019 Good afternoon everyone! I am so glad you could be with me today for this special gathering. Every March, the United States celebrates Women’s History Month. I would like to take advantage of this commemorative day to recognize all of the women who …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 March, 2019 | Topics: Charge D’Affaires, News
United States Condemns Attacks on Interim President Guaido and National Assembly Members Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC March 26, 2019 The United States condemns the attacks on Interim President Juan Guaido’s caravan and the harassment of National Assembly deputies and members of the media. We are monitoring reports of these …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 March, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Robert Palladino, Deputy Spokesperson March 22, 2019 Concerns for Detained U.S. Persons in Venezuela The United States is gravely concerned about the welfare and safety of all U.S. persons detained in Venezuela, and by reports of Venezuelan prison officials preventing attorneys and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 March, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. Embassy Havana Media Note U.S. Embassy Havana Havana, Cuba March 15, 2019 Decreasing B2 Visa Validity for Cuban Nationals Effective March 18, 2019, the United States will reduce the B2 visa validity for Cuban nationals to three months with a single entry. U.S. immigration law requires that U.S. visa fees and validity periods be …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
U.S Department of state Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 13, 2019 Remarks on the Release of the 2018 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. Since America’s founding, the concept of individual rights has been woven into the national fabric. As my friend …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 March, 2019 | Topics: Human Rights, News
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Cuba is an authoritarian state led by Miguel Diaz-Canel, president of the Council of State and Council of Ministers, with former president Raul Castro serving as the first secretary of the Communist Party (CP). Cuba has a one-party system in which the constitution recognizes the CP as the only legal party and the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: Human Rights, News
Remarks to the Press Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC March 11, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks for being here. I want to make some brief remarks about the situation, an update on the situation in Venezuela, an update on U.S. activity related to Venezuela. Over the past …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 March, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE March 11, 2019 State Department Updates the Cuba Restricted List The State Department has made several updates to the Cuba Restricted List, including adding five sub-entities owned by the Cuban military and one explanatory footnote. The Department also simplified some entries by …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: News
Observance of International Women’s Day U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo March 8, 2019 The United States is proud to observe International Women’s Day, March 8. We extend our gratitude to the diverse women and girls around the globe who have made vast contributions in lifting up …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: News
Remarks by Vice President Pence at The Latino Coalition Legislative Summit Issued on: March 6, 2019 Park Hyatt Hotel Washington, D.C. 12:25 P.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Hector. Thank you for that kind introduction. And join me in thanking Chairman Barreto — (applause) — for so many years of leadership in business …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 7 March, 2019 | Topics: News
Secretary Enacts 30-Day Suspension of Title III (LIBERTAD Act) With an Exception Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 4, 2019 Today, Secretary Pompeo reported to the appropriate Congressional committees his determination that an additional suspension for 30 days through April 17, 2019, of the right to bring an action under Title III …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 March, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Cuba’s So-Called Referendum Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC February 26, 2019 On February 24, the Cuban communist regime held what it called a “national referendum” on revisions to its constitution. No one should be fooled by this exercise, which achieves little beyond perpetuating the pretext for regime’s one-party dictatorship. The …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 February, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by Vice President Pence to the Lima Group Palacio de San Carlos Bogota, Colombia 11:45 A.M. COT THE VICE PRESIDENT: President Duque; President Varela; President Morales; and especially the Interim President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, President Juan Guaidó; Vice President Mourão; Your Excellencies: It’s an honor to address this gathering today at …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary Pompeo February 23, 2019 Let Humanitarian Aid Into Venezuela Today has been a historic day. Interim President Juan Guaido, the National Assembly and the people of Venezuela have been an inspiration to the world. Hundreds of thousands of volunteers turned out …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 February, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by President Trump to the Venezuelan American Community Issued on: February 18, 2019 Florida International University Ocean Bank Convocation Center Miami, Florida 4:47 P.M. EST MRS. TRUMP: Thank you. (Applause.) It is wonderful to be here today in the beautiful city of Miami. (Applause.) The President and I are honored to stand with all …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Office of Press Relations For Immediate Release February 8, 2019 FACT SHEET The United States Pre-Positions First Phase of Humanitarian Assistance to Provide Aid to Venezuelans – Cucuta, Colombia At the request of Interim President Juan Guaidó, the United States is immediately pre-positioning emergency supplies in Colombia to provide …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 February, 2019 | Topics: News
The United States Supports the Venezuelan People With Humanitarian Assistance Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 7, 2019 Recognizing the regional Humanitarian Crisis: Former President Nicolas Maduro’s systematic economic mismanagement, corruption, and violent oppression have caused severe shortages of food and medicine and needless human suffering, resulting in an exodus of millions …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: News
President Donald J. Trump’s State of The Union Address To the Congress of The United States The White House Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. February 5, 2019 Excerpts related to U.S. foreign policy Madam Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: We …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 February, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela’s Interim President by Several European Countries Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC February 4, 2019 We welcome the decision today by Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom to recognize …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 February, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Representative of the Government of Venezuela to the United States Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC January 27, 2019 The United States accepted interim President Juan Guaido’s designation of Carlos Alfredo Vecchio as the Chargé d’Affaires of the Government of Venezuela to the United States on January 25. Mr. Vecchio will …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks – Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At a United Nations Security Council Meeting on Venezuela U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release January 26, 2019 United Nations New York City, New York SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning. On behalf of President Trump and the American people I first want to thank …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Interview With Laura Ingraham of The Laura Ingraham Show Podcast Interview Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Via Teleconference January 24, 2019 QUESTION: Joining us now is Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. I’m delighted he’s with us. We’re going to get the most up-to-date information from him on where this all stands, and he joins us …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks at the Organization of American States Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Organization of American States Washington, DC January 24, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you very much. The United States is a friend of Venezuela and of the Venezuelan people. We have watched Venezuelans suffer for far too long. We know what they know, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 January, 2019 | Topics: News
United States Is Ready To Provide Urgent Humanitarian Aid to the People of Venezuela Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 24, 2019 Today, Secretary of State Pompeo announced that the United States is ready to provide more than $20 million in initial humanitarian assistance to the people of Venezuela as they struggle …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 January, 2019 | Topics: News
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO January 23, 2019 Continuing U.S. Diplomatic Presence in Venezuela The United States stands with interim President Juan Guaido, the democratically elected National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela as they peacefully restore constitutional order to their country. We stand ready to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Statement from President Donald J. Trump Recognizing Venezuelan National Assembly President Juan Guaido as the Interim President of Venezuela Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 23, 2019 Today, I am officially recognizing the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Juan Guaido, as the Interim President of Venezuela. In its role as …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 January, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela’s Interim President Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC January 23, 2019 The United States recognizes Juan Guaido as the new interim President of Venezuela, and strongly supports his courageous decision to assume that role pursuant to Article 233 of Venezuela’s constitution and supported by …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary’s Determination of 45-Day Suspension Under Title III of LIBERTAD Act Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 16, 2019 The Secretary of State reported on January 16, 2019, to the appropriate Congressional committees that, consistent with section 306(c)(2) of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 (22 U.S.C. 6021 …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 January, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Embassy Havana Media Note Havana, Cuba December 12, 2018 Please note that U.S. Embassy Havana remains open. American citizens have access to the full range of consular services at U.S. Embassy Havana. As has been in effect for some time now, the Embassy is not issuing nonimmigrant visas, except for life-threatening emergencies. Cuban citizens …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 December, 2018 | Topics: News
BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR December 10, 2018 December 7, 2018 His Excellency Bruno Eduardo Rodriguez Parrilla Minister of Foreign Affairs Of the Republic of Cuba Havana Dear Mr. Minister: The United States has for decades expressed profound concern regarding Cuban political prisoners. Such prisoners include those charged with pre-criminal “dangerousness,” defined as …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Pompeo December 10, 2018 Human Rights Day Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 December, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Statement from President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush Issued on: December 1, 2018 Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States
The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 30, 2018 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS PROMOTING REGIONAL PROSPERITY AND SECURITY “My Administration is dedicated to securing human rights in Cuba and Venezuela, and strengthening our cultural and philosophical ties with all our Latin American partners.” – President Donald J. Trump PARTNERING …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO November 23, 2018 The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Violence against women is a global issue that affects millions of people annually. Every woman and girl deserves a life free from violence. The Unites States is committed …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 November, 2018 | Topics: News
List of Restricted Entities and Subentities Associated With Cuba as of November 15, 2018 BUREAU OF ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS AFFAIRS November 15, 2018 Below is the U.S. Department of State’s list of entities and subentities under the control of, or acting for or on behalf of, the Cuban military, intelligence, or security services or personnel …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 November, 2018 | Topics: News
Assistant to the President and National Security Advisor Ambassador John R. Bolton Delivers Remarks on the Trump Administration’s Policies in Latin America at Miami Dade College Miami, FL Thursday, November 1, 2018 Remarks as delivered Thank you very much. Thank you very much. Well, it’s a great pleasure, a great honor to be here today …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: News
International Day To End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 2, 2018 Today, we commemorate the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. We renew our steadfast commitment to promoting a free and independent press and advocating for accountability against those who commit violence or …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 5 November, 2018 | Topics: News
Remarks at a UN General Assembly Meeting on Cuba Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City November 1, 2018 AS DELIVERED Remarks Before the Vote on Cuba in the UN General Assembly Thank you, Madam President. Thank you, members of the General Assembly. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 November, 2018 | Topics: News
Remarks at a U.S. Event Launching the “Jailed for What?” Campaign Highlighting Cuba’s Political Prisoners Ambassador Kelley Currie U.S. Representative for Economic and Social Affairs U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City October 16, 2018 AS DELIVERED On behalf of the U.S. Mission to the United Nations, I welcome you to the UN. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 October, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. Mission to the United Nations and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor To Launch Campaign on Cuba’s Political Prisoners at the United Nations Notice to the Press Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 12, 2018 Ambassador Kelley E. Currie, U.S. Representative on the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The registration period for the 2020 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV-2020) opened at noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, and will close at noon, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5), on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Program entries may only be sent online through http://www.dvlottery.state.gov . Before submitting an entry it is advisable …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 October, 2018 | Topics: News
The Wrongful Detention of Tomas Nunez Magdariaga in Cuba Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC October 4, 2018 The United States is gravely concerned about the physical health of Cuban democratic activist Tomas Nunez Magdariaga, who has been on a hunger strike for more than 50 days in protest against his wrongful imprisonment. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases
September 26, 2018 – The Public Affairs section of the U.S. Embassy Havana hosted a reception to celebrate the award ceremony for the photo contest “Sueños”. The theme of this contest was inspired on First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt’s words: The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. The reception was …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: News
Remarks by President Trump to the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly | New York, NY Issued on: September 25, 2018 United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 10:38 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Madam President, Mr. Secretary-General, world leaders, ambassadors, and distinguished delegates: One year ago, I stood before you for the first …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States
Remarks by President Trump at Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Issued on: September 17, 2018 East Room 5:22 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Beautiful. Thank you very much. I appreciate you being here. And I’m really thrilled, once again, to welcome so many of my friends to the White House to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. That’s a big …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Presidential Proclamation on National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2018 Issued on: September 13, 2018 During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor all American citizens of Hispanic descent and celebrate their rich and vibrant traditions of faith, family, hard work, and patriotism. We are grateful for the innumerable contributions they make to our society, which are vital to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Presidential Memorandum for the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury Issued on: September 10, 2018 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY SUBJECT: Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities under the Trading With the Enemy Act Under section 101(b) of Public Law 95-223 (91 Stat. 1625; 50 …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 September, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: Donald J. Trump
As of August 23, 2018 the U.S. Embassy in Havana resumed offering the full range of American Citizen Services including passport renewals, first time passport applications, notary services, authentication services, Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBA), and emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Cuba.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 August, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by SPOKESPERSON NAUERT June 26, 2018 Release of Political Prisoners The United States reiterates its deep concern for political prisoners in Cuba. The cases of Dr. Ariel Ruiz Urquiola and Dr. Eduardo Cardet, both of whom a prominent human rights organization has declared …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 June, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE June 14, 2017 United States and Cuba Hold Seventh Bilateral Commission Meeting The United States and Cuba held the seventh Bilateral Commission meeting in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, June 14. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs John Creamer led …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 June, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
Remarks by Vice President Pence at Organization of American States Reception Indian Treaty Room Eisenhower Executive Office Building 7:55 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you, Deputy Secretary Sullivan. To Secretary General Almagro, Ambassador Trujillo, and to all the great representatives of freedom-loving nations across the New World: On behalf of the First Family, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 6 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Mike Pence
Remarks at the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS) Mike Pompeo Secretary of State OAS Headquarters Washington, DC June 4, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Secretary General Almagro and your team, for organizing this 48th General Assembly of the OAS. We are incredibly grateful for your leadership.It is a pleasure to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 June, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement By SecretaryPompeo June 1, 2018 LGBTI Pride Month The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 June, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2018 Presidential Message on Cuban Independence Day The twentieth of May marks the celebration of Cuban independence won by patriots who wished for individual freedom and the right of self-determination, both of which have been tragically snuffed out by a tired Communist …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Press Releases: On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 17, 2018 The United States stands for the protection of fundamental freedoms and universal human rights. Our nation was founded on the bedrock principle that we are all created equal – and that every …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 May, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
United States Mission to the United Nations Office of Press and Public Diplomacy For Immediate Release May 16, 2018 Today, Cuba had its Universal Periodic Review (UPR) at the Human Rights Council, a process that evaluates the human rights records of all UN Member States. In addition to receiving recommendations from other Member States, countries …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News
U.S. Statement at the Universal Periodic Review of Cuba 30th Session May 16, 2018 As Prepared for Delivery Michele Roulbet The United States welcomes the Cuban delegation. The April presidential transition again robbed the Cuban people of any real choice in shaping their country’s future; the same actors are in charge, many just with different …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News
Western Hemisphere: Remarks at 48th Annual Washington Conference on the Americas Remarks John J. Sullivan Acting Secretary of State Washington, DC May 8, 2018 MR PALMIERI: So it’s my honor – it’s my honor today to introduce our next speaker, Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan. When we speak about our ambitious engagement in the Western …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: News
Remarks by Vice President Pence During a Protocolary Meeting at the Organization of American States Issued on: May 7, 2018 Organization of American States Washington, D.C. 2:05 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Ambassador Gonzalez, Secretary General Almagro, Ambassador Trujillo, permanent representatives, distinguished members of Congress, ambassadors, all of our honored guests, it is my great …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Mike Pence
Remarks by Vice President Pence at Swearing-In Ceremony of Carlos Trujillo as U.S. Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States Issued on: May 2, 2018 The Vice President’s Ceremonial Office Eisenhower Executive Office Building 4:04 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, good afternoon. And on behalf of President Trump and the First Family, it’s …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Mike Pence
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Statement from the spokesperson Heather Nauert May 3, 2018 World day of freedom of press 2018 Today is the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day. Journalists shine a light on many issues around the world, keeping citizens informed, prompting robust debate and discussion – we certainly …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 May, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Secretary Pompeo statement on World Press Freedom Day Washington, DC May 3, 2018 On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy. The United States values freedom of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, World Press Freedom Day
U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson Remarks by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo at swearing-in ceremony May 2, 2018 Ben Franklin Room Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: This is truly humbling. Thank you very much, Mr. President, for those kind words. Thank you, Mr. Vice President, for being here today to honor me by swearing me …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: News
Remarks by Vice President Pence at First Plenary Session of the Summit of the Americas Issued on: April 15, 2018Lima, Peru THE VICE PRESIDENT: Secretary General Almagro, President Vizcarra, Presidents, Prime Ministers, and leaders from across the Western Hemisphere — it is my great honor to join you today, as Vice President of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Readout April 12, 2018 Acting Secretary Sullivan’s Meeting with Cuban Independent Civil Society The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Acting Secretary of State John J. Sullivan and USAID Administrator Green met today with Cuban independent civil society members on the margins of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 April, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
The State Department has received numerous, credible reports that the Cuban government prevented, and continues to prevent, members of independent civil society from traveling to Peru to participate in the Summit of the Americas. Cuban authorities prevented these individuals’ travel through arbitrary stops at the airport, short-term detentions, and visits to individuals’ homes to warn …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 April, 2018 | Topics: News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE March 29, 2018 Update to Immigrant Visa Processing for Cuban Nationals Since January, immigrant visa interview appointments for Cuban nationals have been scheduled at U.S. Embassy Bogota. This was due to a drawdown in staffing in Cuba to protect the safety of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 March, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement By Secretary Tillerson March 8, 2018 Annual Observance of International Women’s Day As we commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the United States renews our steadfast commitment to addressing inequalities between women and men at home and abroad and reaffirms the importance …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 March, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE March 2, 2018 End of Ordered Departure at U.S. Embassy Havana The U.S. Embassy in Havana has operated under ordered departure status since September 29, 2017, due to health attacks affecting U.S. Embassy Havana employees. It will reach the maximum allowable days …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 March, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release MEDIA NOTE February 14, 2018 United States and Cuba Meet to Combat Trafficking in Persons The United States and Cuba held a series of meetings this week in Washington, D.C., to coordinate their efforts to combat trafficking in persons. On February 13, the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba, Western Hemisphere
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Media Note February 7, 2018 Inaugural Meeting of the Cuba Internet Task Force As directed in President Trump’s June 16, 2017 National Security Presidential Memorandum “Strengthening the Policy of the United States Toward Cuba,” the Department of State convened a Cuba Internet Task Force composed of U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 7 February, 2018 | Topics: News, Western Hemisphere
Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas February 1, 2018 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Thank you, thank you so much. And thank you, Greg, for that very kind, warm introduction, inviting me back home today. And I want to thank those at the Clements Center of National Security and the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
As directed in the June 16, 2017 National Security Presidential Memorandum “Strengthening the Policy of the United States Toward Cuba,” the Department of State is convening a Cuba Internet Task Force composed of U.S. government and non-governmental representatives to promote the free and unregulated flow of information in Cuba.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 24 January, 2018 | Topics: News
Faith is embedded in the history, spirit, and soul of our Nation. On Religious Freedom Day, we celebrate the many faiths that make up our country, and we commemorate the 232nd anniversary of the passing of a State law that has shaped and secured our cherished legacy of religious liberty.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release FACT SHEET January 10, 2018 New Travel Advisories for U.S. Travelers On January 10, 2018, the Department of State launched improvements to how we share information with U.S. travelers. These improvements will provide U.S. citizens with clear, timely, and reliable safety and security information …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 January, 2018 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, Travel & Tourism
The U.S. Embassy in Havana is providing the following clarification on which consular and immigration services will be performed in Havana and others that are being provided in Bogotá, Colombia and Mexico City, Mexico due to a drawdown in staffing at U.S. Embassy Havana effective September 29, 2017. The most accurate and updated information can …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 4 January, 2018 | Topics: News
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 11, 2017 The United States and Cuba held the 31st biannual Migration Talks in Washington, DC on Monday, December 11. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs John Creamer and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Ed Ramotowski led the U.S. delegation. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
Secretary Tillerson (Dec. 10): “In commemoration of International Human Rights Day, we renew our commitment to our core democratic values and to advocating for the human rights, freedom, and dignity of all people.”
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
On Thanksgiving Day, as we have for nearly four centuries, Americans give thanks to Almighty God for our abundant blessings. We gather with the people we love to show gratitude for our freedom, for our friends and families, and for the prosperous Nation we call home.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC November 22, 2017 In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (IDEVAW) on November 25 and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United States reaffirms its commitment to defending the rights of women and girls to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Public Affairs Press Release: November 8, 2017 Contact: Treasury Public Affairs, (202) 622-2960 Treasury, Commerce, and State Implement Changes to the Cuba Sanctions Rules Amendments Implement President Trump’s June 2017 National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM) Strengthening the Policy of the United States Toward Cuba WASHINGTON – Today, the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 November, 2017 | Topics: Business, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba
President Donald J. Trump Proclaims November 2017 as National Entrepreneurship Month NATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION National Entrepreneurship Month celebrates one of our Nation’s proudest qualities: our innovative, hardworking, entrepreneurial spirit. American entrepreneurs invent and sell fascinating and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 November, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City November 1, 2017 AS DELIVERED Good morning. I first want to start by giving condolences from the United States to our brothers and sisters in Argentina and Belgium. They were some of the victims in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 2 November, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
Special Briefing State Department Official Via Teleconference October 3, 2017 MODERATOR: Good morning. And thanks, everyone, for joining us for our Cuba call. We’re joined again this week by [State Department Official]. But I’d like to remind you that this call is on background. It will be attributable to a State Department official. This call …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 October, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC October 3, 2017 On October 3, the Department of State informed the Government of Cuba that it was ordering the departure of 15 of its officials from its embassy in Washington, D.C. The decision was made due to Cuba’s failure to take appropriate steps to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 October, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: Rex Tillerson
The Department of State warns U.S. citizens not to travel to Cuba. Over the past several months, numerous U.S. Embassy Havana employees have been targeted in specific attacks. These employees have suffered significant injuries as a consequence of these attacks. Affected individuals have exhibited a range of physical symptoms including ear complaints and hearing …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC September 29, 2017 Over the past several months, 21 U.S. Embassy employees have suffered a variety of injuries from attacks of an unknown nature. The affected individuals have exhibited a range of physical symptoms, including ear complaints, hearing loss, dizziness, headache, fatigue, cognitive issues, and difficulty …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: Rex Tillerson
Special Briefing Senior State Department Officials Via Teleconference September 29, 2017 MODERATOR: All right. Good morning, everyone. Thanks so much for joining us for this background call on Cuba. We are pleased today to have [Senior State Department Official One] join us. He will be known as Senior State Department Official One, and then …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Cuba
September 26, 2017 Press Corps colleagues, The following is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met today with the Minister of Foreign Affairs from the Republic of Cuba, His Excellency Bruno Eduardo Rodriguez Parrilla in Washington, D.C. The conversation was firm and frank and reflected the United States’ profound concern for …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: Rex Tillerson
United Nations New York, New York 10:04 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the people of the world. As millions of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 21 September, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
EMERGENCY MESSAGE The area around the U.S. Embassy in Havana suffered flood damage. Do not attempt to come to the Embassy seeking assistance at this time. U.S. citizens in Cuba in need of assistance should contact the Embassy by telephone at (+53) 5280-5791. Individuals worried about U.S. citizens in Cuba should call the State Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 September, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News, Security & Emergency Messages
Secretary Tillerson (Aug. 15): “The release of the 2016 International Religious Freedom Report details the status of religious freedom in 199 countries and territories, and provides insights as to significant and growing challenges.”
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 15 August, 2017 | Topics: News
UPDATED JULY 25, 2017 Frequently Asked Questions on President Trump’s Cuba Announcement Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) How will OFAC implement the changes to the Cuba sanctions program announced by the President on June 16, 2017? Are the changes effective immediately? OFAC will implement the Treasury-specific changes via amendments to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 July, 2017 | Topics: News
The Government of Cuba does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking; however, it is making significant efforts to do so. The government demonstrated significant efforts during the reporting period by prosecuting and convicting sex traffickers; providing services to sex trafficking victims; releasing a written report on its anti-trafficking efforts; and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: News
Remarks by President Trump on the Policy of the United States Towards Cuba Manuel Artime Theater Miami, Florida 1:31 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, everybody. Thank you very much. Great honor. And thank you to my truly great friend, Vice President Mike Pence — he’s terrific. (Applause.) And thank you to Miami. We love …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 19 June, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
June 16, 2017 Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) Frequently Asked Questions on President Trump’s Cuba Announcement 1. How will OFAC implement the changes to the Cuba sanctions program announced by the President on June 16, 2017? Are the changes effective immediately? OFAC will implement the Treasury-specific changes via amendments to its Cuban …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 June, 2017 | Topics: News
President Donald J. Trump is changing the policy of the United States toward Cuba to achieve four objectives
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 June, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC June 7, 2017 In recognition of LGBTI Month, the Department of State affirms its solidarity with the human rights defenders and civil society organizations working around the world to uphold the fundamental freedoms of LGBTI persons to live with dignity and freedom. We also recognize …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 9 June, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Rex Tillerson
100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund Announces New Grant Winning Institutions NAFSA Honors Marlene M. Johnson by Funding Higher Education Partnerships between the U.S., Central America, and the Caribbean Los Angeles, California, May 31: The U.S. Department of State, Partners of the Americas and NAFSA: Association of International Educators announced the latest 100,000 Strong …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 May, 2017 | Topics: News
THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON May 20,2017 On Cuban Independence Day, I extend my warmest wishes to the Cuban American community and the people of Cuba as our whole Nation joins you in celebrating the anniversary of Cuban Independence. Americans and Cubans share allegiance to the principles of self governance, dignity, and freedom. Today, we remember …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Today, on May 17, the members of the OAS LGBTI Core Group (Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, United States and Uruguay) are proud to join other governments and civil society organizations from around the world to celebrate the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT). This year, the IDAHOT is an opportunity to …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 17 May, 2017 | Topics: News
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, 2017 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of American life and are resolute in our commitment to supporting women’s continued advancement in America and around …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Women’s History Month
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC March 1, 2017 As the President laid out in his address to Congress, the State Department will continue to engage to advance U.S. interests in the world in cooperation with our partners and allies. We will also continue to support policies and institutions that keep …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases | Tags: Rex Tillerson
The White House Office of the Press Secretary February 28, 2017 U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C. 9:09 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — (applause) — and citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 1 March, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund is a public-private collaboration of the White House, U.S. Department of State, Partners of the Americas, and NAFSA: Association of International Educators that was announced by Secretary of State John Kerry in January 2014. Learn more at www.100kstrongamericas.org Competition #16 is made possible through generous contributions from NAFSA: Association of International Educators and …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 February, 2017 | Topics: News
Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC February 2, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, good morning, all. We apologize for being late. It seemed that this year’s prayer breakfast, people felt the need to pray a little longer. (Laughter.) But I certainly welcomed them all, so – thank you for such a warm reception. …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 3 February, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Rex Tillerson
President Trump delivered this inaugural address on January 20, 2017. THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, President Carter, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, fellow Americans, and people of the world: thank you. We, the citizens of America, are now joined in a great national effort to rebuild our country and restore its promise for all of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 23 January, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump
REMARKS FROM CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES, AMBASSADOR JEFFREY DELAURENTIS Signing of AGREEMENT ON MARITIME AND AERONAUTICAL SEARCH AND RESCUE (As prepared) The United States and Cuba have been working together on search and rescue operations for more than 20 years. Today we make another advance in strengthening this cooperation between the United States and Cuba in our common effort …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 18 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Cuba
Press Office U.S. Department of Homeland Security January 12, 2017 Fact Sheet: Changes to Parole and Expedite Removal Policies Affecting Cuban Nationals WASHINGTON- Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson announced several changes to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policies and regulations affecting Cuban nationals. These changes reflect the reestablishment of full diplomatic relations with …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 13 January, 2017 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, U.S. & Cuba
Today, for the first time in more than fifty years, a scheduled, commercial flight took off from the United States and landed in Havana, Cuba. I had the privilege of joining the passengers and crew on that flight this morning as it left Miami and
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 28 November, 2016 | Topics: News | Tags: Commercial Flights
Thanksgiving in the United States is a time to gather with family and friends, share a traditional meal and express gratitude for the good things in life. Celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, the U.S. holiday traces its origins to a three-day harvest celebration held in 1621 in what is now Massachusetts. Local Wampanoag …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 22 November, 2016 | Topics: Culture, News
President Obama Names Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary November 16, 2016 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama named 21 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 16 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Barack Obama
We’re not Democrats first. We’re not Republicans first. We are Americans first. We’re patriots first. We all want what’s best for this country.
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 10 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Barack Obama
Remarks at a UN General Assembly Meeting on the Cuba Embargo div class=”atclear”> Ambassador Samantha Power U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City October 26, 2016 For more than 50 years, the United States had a policy aimed at isolating the government of Cuba. For roughly …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Speeches
SUBJECT: United States-Cuba Normalization I. Introduction On December 17, 2014, I announced that the United States would chart a new course with Cuba, ending an outdated policy that had failed to advance U.S. interests and support reform and a better life for the Cuban people on the island over several decades. Under the new policy, …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 14 October, 2016 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba
In August 2016 USCIS issued a series of invitations inviting eligible petitioners to participate in the Cuban Family Reunification Program. If you have questions about this letter, please visit the USCIS website for more information or check our Frequently Asked Questions on the issues. When choosing whether to participate in the program, please weigh your …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 8 September, 2016 | Topics: Immigrant Visas, News
Today, I was honored to be part of a historic occasion — arriving in Cuba on the first scheduled flight from the United States in over 50 years, a JetBlue Airways flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Clara. In addition, I am excited to announce that Department of Transportation (DOT) has finalized its selection of …
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By U.S. Embassy Havana | 31 August, 2016 | Topics: News, U.S. & Cuba | Tags: Commercial Flights, Travel and Trade Regulations