Escambray ENGLISH EDITION
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.»
Ecuador Appointed Head of ALBA Economic Secretariat
Chavez Announces Creation of Common Economic 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.»
Haiti Willing to become Full ALBA Member
President Michel Martelly ratified his interest for Haiti to be a full member of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our Americas (ALBA).»
Venezuelans Staged Huge Parade in Caracas
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).»
ALBA FM Held Discussions Prior to Presidents’ Meeting
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.»
Presidents of Brazil and Haiti Meet
Presidents Michel Martelly (Haiti) and Dilma Rosusseff (Brazil) discussed migration and cooperation-related issues in this capital before visiting the squadron of Brazilian UN blue helmets deployed here.»
Bolivian Government to Foster Social Programs
Bolivian President Evo Morales will meet on Tuesday in Cochabamba with mayors of the country’s 327 municipalities to analyze the execution of many social programs.»
AU Heads of State Summit Continues Sessions
The Summit of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU), which is concerned about resolving conflicts such as the one in northern Mali and analyzes intra-African trade, continues working on Monday with the election of its Committee chairman.»
Brazil President to Arrive in Cuba for Official Visit
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff will begin an official visit to Cuba on Monday afternoon to enhance bilateral relations. Rousseff’s agenda in Havana includes meetings with local leaders and a tribute to Cuban National Hero Jose Marti.»
Nicaragua: Parliamentarians Meet in Managua
The National Assembly of Nicaragua will begin its sessions on Monday, when it will debate possible reforms to the Childhood and Adolescence Code, the law on violence against women and the Family Code. The Parliament will also discuss the suspension of legal personalities and will assess the approval of 11 pardons recently passed, according to First Secretary Alba Palacios, quoted »