China and Cuba have a long-standing friendship and strong links between their communist parties, leading to close political, trade, and cooperation relations. In recent years, both nations have deepened their bilateral relationship.

The annual Havana International Book Fair, held every February, celebrates literature from Cuba and around the world. With a nearly 100% literacy rate, Cuba's capital is bustling with thousands of attendees from diverse backgrounds, engaging in the promotion of reading.

Musicians from over 20 countries participated in the Jazz Plaza 2024 Festival in Cuba, transforming Havana and Santiago de Cuba into hubs of Jazz for a week. CGTN’s Luis Chirino provided highlights of the event.

Cuban government officials are strategizing to enhance the country's economy in 2024, as the economic minister informed the National Assembly that the economy is contracting to levels last seen in 2019. The discussions aim to address the economic challenges and implement measures for growth.

A fuel crisis and frequent power outages in Cuba have led to a food production shortage, causing many to struggle. A small family business in Havana is addressing this issue by producing gluten-free flour from local produce.

The annual International Film Festival in Havana has been a delight for movie enthusiasts, showcasing cinematic works that celebrate Latin American and Caribbean culture.

Cuban entrepreneurs are addressing the country's food shortage and aiming to boost the economy through the use of aquaponics, a green food production technology.

Cuba's annual International Trade Fair commenced at the EXPOCUBA fairgrounds in Havana, aiming to foster business partnerships and attract foreign investment to revitalize the struggling economy. The event drew participation from over 800 companies representing more than 60 countries, showcasing a variety of products and services.

Cuba's Mariel Special Development Zone, located in the western part of the country, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The zone was established to attract foreign direct investment crucial for the local economy and offers opportunities for foreign investors to develop projects in various industrial sectors. The article reviews the latest developments and future prospects of the zone.

Cuba's Mariel Special Development Zone, located in the western part of the country, is celebrating its tenth anniversary. The zone was established to attract foreign direct investment crucial for the local economy, providing opportunities for foreign investors to develop projects in various industrial sectors. The article examines the latest developments and future prospects of the zone.

The United Nations General Assembly voted overwhelmingly against the U.S. economic and trade embargo on Cuba, which has been in place since 1960. Although the resolution is not legally binding, it reflects global public opinion.

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel expressed confidence that Cuba will overcome its current economic slump, stating in a television interview that he believes the country will create favorable conditions despite the deep economic crisis. The report was covered by CGTN’s Luis Chirino.

The impact of climate change has intensified globally, leading to record high temperatures and severe droughts. In Cuba, prolonged droughts have resulted in significant rainwater scarcity, affecting the island's water supply.

The G-77 nations plus China concluded their summit in Havana, Cuba, emphasizing the necessity for developing countries to unite against global challenges. They called for a more equitable world order to combat poverty, improve access to science and technology, and mitigate the effects of climate change.

The summit of G77 nations plus China concluded in Havana, Cuba, with participants agreeing on the necessity for developing countries to unite in facing global challenges. They emphasized the importance of a more equitable world order to tackle poverty, improve access to science and technology, and mitigate the effects of climate change.

The summit of G77 nations plus China concluded in Havana, Cuba, with participants agreeing on the necessity for developing countries to unite in addressing global challenges. They emphasized the importance of a more equitable world order to tackle poverty, improve access to science and technology, and mitigate the effects of climate change.

The Summit of the Group of 77 plus China, representing 80 percent of the world's population, convened in Havana, Cuba. Members from Asia, Africa, and Latin America discussed major challenges facing developing nations and ways to strengthen multilateral cooperation. CGTN's Luis Chirino is covering the forum.

China and Cuba have signed agreements to enhance biotechnology cooperation, focusing on developing medicines to treat cancer. These accords were signed ahead of the upcoming Havana Group of 77 plus China summit.

Cuba will host the G-77 plus China Summit this month, focusing on science, technology, and innovation. The event aims to foster development through advancements in these fields.

Western Cuba experienced strong winds and heavy rains due to tropical storm Idalia on Monday evening before the storm moved north with hurricane force towards the Gulf of Mexico. CGTN’s Luis Chirino reports from one of the affected areas.

Cuba commemorates National Rebellion Day on July 26, marking the 70th anniversary of the armed attacks led by Fidel Castro against army strongholds in eastern Cuba, which initiated the 1959 Cuban Revolution. The event is a significant historical milestone for the Cuban government and its people.

The Cuban people celebrate National Rebellion Day on July 26, marking the 70th anniversary of the armed attacks led by Fidel Castro against army strongholds in eastern Cuba. This rebellion was the beginning of the 1959 Cuban Revolution aimed at overthrowing then-President Fulgencio Batista.

In Havana, the second Trade Fair for Local Development is taking place, bringing together representatives from state-owned and private companies. The event aims to foster interaction among these entities to promote economic improvement.

Environmentalists, researchers, educators, and government officials from Cuba and around the world are gathered in Havana for an international conference focused on sustainable practices, climate change strategies, and other initiatives amid increasing extreme weather conditions.

Cuba hosted its first U.S. Film Festival in late June, featuring documentary screenings by the American Film Showcase (AFS), a U.S. State Department film diplomacy program. The event was a collaborative effort between the U.S. embassy in Havana, the Cuban Film Institute, and the island’s Culture Ministry.

Cuba hosted its first U.S. Film Festival in late June, featuring documentary screenings in Havana by the American Film Showcase, a U.S. State Department film diplomacy program. The event was a collaborative effort between the U.S. embassy in Havana, the Cuban Film Institute, and the island's Culture Ministry.

Josep Borrell, the European Union's top diplomat, visited Cuba to discuss regional and global issues. He engaged with Cuban officials and business leaders to explore opportunities for boosting trade and investment.

The Chung Wah Federation, Cuba's primary social organization for the Chinese community, is celebrating an important anniversary in May. Established in May 1893, the federation initially united Chinese business and community leaders and continues to thrive to this day.

Cubans celebrated International Workers' Day on May 5th, which was postponed from the usual date due to unstable weather. The Cuban Workers' Confederation had called for local rallies instead of traditional marches, citing fuel shortages. A main rally took place in Havana along the sea-front drive boulevard.

The historic district of Havana transformed into an urban dance stage as Cuban and foreign dance companies performed during the annual City in Motion festival.

Cuba will send a Wushu team to the regional Friendship or ALBA Games, held April 21-29 in Venezuela. The event, organized by the Bolivarian Alliance for the Americas (ALBA), occurs biennially. The Cuban martial artists competing this year are from the Cuban Wushu School, which has branches throughout the island.

Cuba will send a Wushu team to the regional Friendship or ALBA Games, held April 21-29 in Venezuela. The event, organized by the Bolivarian Alliance for the Americas (ALBA), occurs biennially. The Cuban martial artists competing this year are from the Cuban Wushu School, which has branches throughout the island.

Millions of Cubans are expected to participate in the National Elections on Sunday, with a notable increase in the number of women and Black candidates running.

Cuba is set to conduct national elections on Sunday, with a notable increase in the number of women and Black candidates participating.

A varied sampling of agricultural products and services has been on display this week in Havana as part of Cuba’s annual International Agriculture and Ranching Fair, aimed at generating deals and alliances between local state-owned, private, and foreign companies.

Cuba is facing extreme drought conditions this year, with over 400,000 people affected. Water supplies are running low, wildfires are spreading, and farmers' livelihoods are at risk.

A car assembly plant in Havana, jointly operated by China and Cuba, is ramping up production of electric vehicles. The Cuban government aims to use EVs to address pollution issues and replace aging cars that require hard-to-find spare parts.

A car assembly plant in Havana, jointly operated by China and Cuba, is ramping up the production of electric vehicles (EVs). The Cuban government is looking to EVs as a solution to the island's pollution issues and to replace aging cars that often require hard-to-find spare parts.

Cigar enthusiasts reconvened in Havana to participate in the 23rd International Habano Cigar Festival after a hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival featured tours of renowned tobacco farms, cigar-rolling demonstrations, and various Habano cigar-related events.

The 31st Havana International Book Fair has commenced, featuring thousands of books from global exhibitors. Recognized as Cuba's largest cultural event, the fair attracts significant attention and participation.

Cuba effectively controlled the coronavirus pandemic using vaccines developed and produced by its own pharmaceutical and biotech centers. The vaccines, ABDALÁ and SOBERANA, were highly effective against the virus, as recognized by both Cuban scientists and international scientific institutions.

Cuba has faced a U.S. trade embargo for over six decades, leading to significant negative effects on social and economic services, especially healthcare. The embargo restricts access to medications, and Cuban officials have highlighted the severe impact on the daily lives of Cubans.

The U.S. trade embargo on Cuba, in place for over 60 years, has significantly harmed Cuban social and economic services, particularly healthcare. Cuban officials report severe damage to everyday life, especially in accessing medication.

Havana and Santiago de Cuba hosted the International Jazz Plaza Festival, a significant annual event on the Cuban calendar that features renowned musicians from the island and abroad.

Havana’s Chinatown and its Chinese community are celebrating the Year of the Rabbit with cultural events, highlighting the close relationship between Cuba and China.

Cuba's national team for the 2023 World Baseball Classic in March will include local players and prominent Cuban players from the U.S. major leagues, following the U.S. government's issuance of permits allowing them to play for their home country.

Cuba will compete in the 2023 World Baseball Classic with a national team comprising local players and notable U.S. major league players. The U.S. government recently granted permits to several Cuban players residing in the United States to play for their home country.

Monthly encounters with migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border remain at near record-high levels, with a significant number of migrants from Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua processed last year. In response, the U.S. has implemented new border enforcement measures this month to deter the increasing migrant wave.

Cuba made history by holding its first official sanctioned women’s boxing match, marking a significant milestone as women had been excluded from the sport for the past 60 years. The introduction of women's boxing has been met with enthusiastic support.

Cuba held its first official sanctioned women's boxing match, marking a historic moment for the country. For over 60 years, boxing was not an option for Cuban women, despite their notable achievements in other sports. The introduction of women's boxing has been received with enthusiasm.

Cubans are flocking to movie theaters to enjoy a variety of films at the International Havana Film Festival, which has returned in full after two years of COVID-19 restrictions. The festival's agenda includes short and full-length feature films, documentaries, poster exhibits, and theoretical workshops.

The International Havana Film Festival is welcoming moviegoers this week as it resumes with a full program after being affected by COVID-19 restrictions for two years. The festival features a variety of films, including short and full-length features, documentaries, and also includes poster exhibits and theoretical workshops.

Companies from around the world are exhibiting their products and services at Havana’s 38th International Trade Fair, which has resumed after a two-year suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event aims to attract foreign investment and boost Cuba's economy through increased commercial ties.

Cuba has prioritized Information Technologies for development, including the establishment of technology parks aimed at contributing to government management and business development. Luis Chirino from CGTN visited a technology park in Havana to report on these initiatives.

The International Havana Ballet Festival, Cuba's most traditional and prestigious dance event held biennially, has resumed on the Cuban stage after a four-year hiatus due to COVID-19 postponements. The festival will continue for two more weeks, featuring prominent local and international dancers.

The International Havana Ballet Festival, Cuba's most prestigious dance event held biennially, has returned after a four-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The festival, lasting two weeks, features performances by prominent local and international dancers.

Sixty years ago, the Cuban Missile Crisis brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. The events of 1962 serve as a significant historical lesson, especially relevant today as humanity faces the ongoing threat of nuclear warheads and armed conflicts.

Sixty years ago, the Cuban Missile Crisis brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. The events of 1962 serve as a crucial historical lesson, especially relevant today as humanity faces the ongoing threat of nuclear warheads and armed conflicts.

U.S. sanctions against Cuba have been extended to penalize tourists traveling to Cuba from other countries by waiving their future ability to travel visa-free to the U.S. Cuban authorities have condemned this measure as a new attack on the island's economy.

U.S. sanctions against Cuba are now extending to penalize tourists from other countries who visit Cuba by restricting their future ability to travel visa-free to the U.S. Cuban authorities view this as an attack on their economy.

Cubans have adopted a new Family Code through a national referendum, introducing progressive legislation that reinforces the rights of all citizens.

Cuba is experiencing an energy shortage due to repeated breakdowns of aging thermoelectric plants and a lack of fuel, significantly affecting daily life on the island. The Cuban government attributes the crisis primarily to these factors.

Cuban cigars, a symbol of Cuban tradition and cultural identity, were first seen by Spanish conquerors five centuries ago. This week, Cuba celebrated the 55th anniversary of its flagship brand, Cohiba cigars.

Cuba is seeking to revitalize its tourism sector, which has suffered a significant decline in arrivals due to the pandemic, by attracting visitors from China. An agreement was signed this year between Cuba and China to boost tourism between the two countries.

Cuba is seeking to revitalize its tourism sector, which has suffered a significant decline due to the pandemic, by attracting Chinese visitors. An agreement has been signed between Cuba and China to enhance tourism cooperation, as reported by Luis Chirino from Havana.

A massive fire at an oil storage facility in Matanzas, Cuba, caused by a lightning strike, has resulted in one confirmed death, 125 injuries, and 17 missing firefighters. Regional countries have sent expert teams to assist in extinguishing the blaze.