Topic: Cuba
Miguel Diaz-Canel
Cuba’s political landscape recently witnessed a significant development as Miguel Diaz-Canel secured a second five-year term as the President of the country. With a parliamentary vote that had...
Cuba to recognise and regulate cryptocurrencies
On August 26, 2021 Government of Cuba announced to recognize and regulate cryptocurrencies for payment in the Island nation. Highlights This decision was taken following the popularity of...
What is Havana syndrome?
Havana Syndrome was first reported in diplomats who were stationed in Cuba in 2016. They experienced a strange set of symptoms that prompted a series of government and...
US imposes Sanctions on Cuban Police Force and Leaders
USA has imposed sanctions on the Cuban police force and two of their leaders following recent protests in Cuba against the Communist government of the country. Highlights Earlier...
Cuba develops world’s first conjugate Covid-19 vaccine
Cuba has developed world’s first conjugate Covid-19 vaccine Soberana 2 (Sovereign 2). Highlights When the Soberana 2 vaccine is delivered with booster shot of Soberana Plus, it is...
Tropical storm Elsa nears Cuba
Tropical Storm Elsa strengthened on July 3, 2021 and its center approached south-central Cuba. Highlights Caribbean Island government issued hurricane warnings in provinces of Cienfuegos and Matanzas. According...
US names Cuba as State Sponsor of Terrorism
The United States recently designated Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism. What is US list of State Sponsors of Terrorism? The United States lists the countries that...
What is San Isidro Movement?
San Isidro Movement (MSI) is the ongoing protest against the authoritarian regime in Cuba. Cuba, a Caribbean country, has been under the communist regime for more than 60...
What is Havana syndrome?
Havana syndrome is a mysterious health condition that has affected numerous United States diplomats, intelligence officers, and other government personnel worldwide since 2016. The syndrome is characterized by...
Sri Lanka topped WBTi ranking, India at 78th Place
Sri Lanka has been ranked first among 97 countries on breastfeeding rate as per the new survey conducted by the World Breastfeeding Trends Initiative (WBTi). The World Breastfeeding...
Manuel Marrero Cruz appointed as Cuba’s first PM in more than 40 years
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has appointed Manuel Marrero Cruz as the country’s first prime minister in more than four decades (40 years). Marrero Cruz who was named prime...
