At the opening of the meeting, Amaya Olivares, the EU representative in Cuba, and Yovana Vega, director of the State Business System of the Ministry of Economy and Planning (MEP), spoke expressed their satisfaction with the development of both private and state-owned companies that seek to boost the nation’s economy.

Olivares noted that the Dialogues provide a space with a dual purpose: firstly, to foster frank and collaborative communication between those who promote initiatives, support, and design public policies.

Secondly, the role of institutions in promoting the growth of MSMEs, contributing to their performance through financial viability and socioeconomic distribution.

Focused on business strengthening and development, innovation, and the leadership of women and youth in the Cuban business ecosystem, the cooperation project supports new economic actors for diversification.

The NAE Project contributes to a more dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable business ecosystem, with an emphasis on public and private MSMEs, non-agricultural cooperatives (NACs), and local development projects (LDPs). This initiative fosters hope for problem-solving.

Committed to productiin processes, the project seeks national reach and will work in strategic sectors such as sustainable agri-food systems, renewable energy, information and communication technologies, and the cultural and creative industries.

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