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Brazil turns to WTO over US tariffs

Published on: July 29, 2026
11:08

Brasilia, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) Brazil has requested consultations with the United States within the framework of the World Trade Organization (WTO), deeming the new tariffs imposed by Washington on Brazilian exports incompatible with international trade rules.

Cuba’s Laura Alonso Ballet to make debut in Panama and Costa Rica

Published on: July 29, 2026
11:08

Havana, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) – The Laura Alonso Ballet, part of Cuba’s ProDanza Center, is finalizing details for its debut in Panama and Costa Rica with a tour bringing the universal classic *Swan Lake* to both countries.

Chile: Study reveals difficult situation for MSMEs

Published on: July 29, 2026
11:08

Santiago, Chile, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Chile are facing severe challenges across several key indicators—including sales, employment, rising costs, and limited access to financing—according to a new study.

Nicaragua briefs diplomats on constitutional reforms

Published on: July 29, 2026
11:08

Managua, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) The President of Nicaragua's National Assembly (Parliament), Gustavo Porras, reported that representatives of the accredited diplomatic corps were briefed on the scope of the constitutional and legal reform process driven by the government.

Cuba rejects announcement by Colombia’s president-elect

Published on: July 29, 2026
11:08

Havana, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) Cuba's Foreign Ministry rejected statements made by Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, who announced plans to close his country's embassy in Havana and sever bilateral ties.

In Mexico, the people govern, President Sheinbaum reaffirms

Published on: July 28, 2026
13:14

Mexico City, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed that in Mexico, the people govern and urged the United States to do its part in the fight against drug trafficking there, following statements by a White House official.

Cuba ensures transportation of kidney patients with eco-friendly cars

Published on: July 28, 2026
13:14

Holguin, Cuba, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) A fleet of eco-friendly vehicles added in the eastern province of Holguin will ensure the vital daily transportation of patients requiring hemodialysis treatment at hospitals.

Interest in Laos for transformations implemented in Cuba

Published on: July 28, 2026
13:14

Vientiane, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) Participants in a meeting with the Cuban ambassador to Laos, Enna Viant, expressed interest in the economic and social transformations underway in the Caribbean nation.

FAO presents plan to tackle Transboundary Animal Diseases

Published on: July 28, 2026
13:13

Rome, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) presented a new strategic plan to tackle Transboundary Animal Diseases (TAD), a press release stated on Tuesday.

China commemorates five years of Global Development Initiative

Published on: July 28, 2026
13:12

Beijing, Jul 28 (Prensa Latina) China highlighted on Tuesday the progress of the Global Development Initiative (GDI), proposed by President Xi Jinping five years ago, during an international meeting commemorating its launch anniversary and boosting cooperation.

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