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Communications Sector in Holguin Rejects Blockade Against Cuba

Communications sector workers in Holguin condemned the instruments of the U.S. government’s blockade against the island. Reaffirmed their commitment to defending national sovereignty during the provincial celebration of their union day.

The celebration, held at the branch of the Correos de Cuba Business Group. Provided an opportunity this Tuesday for representatives of various entities in the sector. To express their rejection of the hostile escalation by the U.S. administration. Whose latest decree declared the Caribbean nation a threat to its security.

Idalmis Serrano Gómez, secretary of the Cuban Workers’ Federation (CTC) in the province. She emphasized that the day, coinciding with the 130th anniversary of the historic Grito de Baire (Cry of Baire). Called for firmness and the conviction that the dignity of a country is non-negotiable.

Given the illegality of the new measure, which added to the series of interventionist orders imposed over 67 years. Also their consequences for the Cuban people. Aimed at economic and moral suffocation, the response had to be timely denunciation. And the strengthening of unity as a way to overcome current challenges, she stated.

She also highlighted the leading role of the working class in safeguarding justice and equality. Principles that guided the course of action of the Holguin proletariat.

Yoandri Zaldívar Caballero, director of the host institution. He emphasized the historical importance of those who worked in the union. To keep the population informed in difficult circumstances, and who deserved recognition.

On March 1st, the postal service, custodian of the sector’s long tradition in the country. It will celebrate 270 years of history, marked by the dedication of men and women committed to serving the public, he emphasized.

Serrano Gómez reported that the CTC (Central Organization of Cuban Workers) in the province was developing a program of activities. Aimed at condemning these events. Which included special morning assemblies and rallies in workplaces to publicize the nature of such policies.

The Holguin Postal Company was recognized as one of the best institutions of its kind in the province. For its achievements in consolidating e-commerce and advancing the computerization of society.

Also the Day of the Communications, Electronics, and Information Technology Worker is celebrated in Cuba every February 24th. In commemoration of the first official broadcast of Radio Rebelde from the Sierra Maestra mountains in 1958. A station founded by the historical leader of the Revolution, Fidel Castro Ruz, and Commander Ernesto “Che” Guevara.

With information from CNA