The new Dominican Republic consul for Cuba left on Sunday, 22 March for Cuba. Deputy Minister Minou Tavárez Mirabal, in charge of Cuban affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Relations, said that the Dominican consulate in Cuba will open early in April. Grecia Fiordaliza Pichardo is the appointed consul. She is recognized for her successful work as consul in Montreal, Canada. After 38 years of interrupted diplomatic relations, Cuba opened its consulate in Santo Domingo this year. The Dominican Republic is reciprocating with the opening of the Dominican consulate in La Havana. Trade is increasing between both countries.
