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Surge in associations calling on Cuba following U.S. policy changes

Many hurdles to collaboration—including 55-year-old trade embargo—remain in both countries Some associations eager to do business or make cultural connections in Cuba are hoping to get a head start by visiting the Caribbean nation sooner rather than later. Howard Branch Since President Barack Obama ordered the restoration of diplomatic ties with Cuba in December, a number of association executives have made the trip or are planning one. The latest: A high-profile delegation of representatives from 33 companies led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber held the first board meeting of its new U.S.-Cuba Business Council Nov. 2, in conjunction with the… Read More