ALBA SUMMIT

The presidents of the countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Americas (ALBA) will discuss Sunday in the 11th Summit the entry of new members, in order to strengthen their integration objectives.»

The designation of Ecuador to lead the Economic Secretariat of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of our America (ALBA) is seen as a recognition of the work of the country in that area.»

A common economic zone for the member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our Americas (ALBA), was approved by the presidents attending the XI Summit of that block.»

Cuban President Raul Castro attended this Saturday, February 4, the main meeting marking the 20th anniversary of the February 4 military uprising in Venezuela. The meeting was presided over by President  Hugo Chavez.»

President Michel Martelly ratified his interest for Haiti to be a full member of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our Americas (ALBA).»

A parade for the 20th anniversary of the civil military uprising staged on February 04th 1992 began Saturday midday in Los Proceres Avenue, in Caracas, headed by Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez and the attendance of heads of state and government of the member states of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA).»

Foreign Ministers of the eight member States debated about imperial threats and ways to continue strengthening the bloc and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States.»

Cuban President Raul Castro travelled to Venezuela on Thursday to attend the celebration of the civic-military rebellion carried out by current Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez on February 4, 1992, 20 years ago.»