Foreign trade: from Holguín to the world
- Written by Danay González Leyva
- Published in Holguin
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The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Trade (Mincex) was founded on February 23, 1961, by Law No. 934. This constituted a fundamental link in the country's economic policy, as it allowed the Cuban State to manage and control all exchange operations between nations.
The province of Holguín is positioned as one of the most important provinces in terms of exports.
It has a total of 78 exportable items, although only 15 are consolidated; more than half are products under development, in which work is being done to ensure that they meet the required quality.
Despite this amount, the variety is a pending account. Part of the merchandise comes from the iron and steel industry.
In addition, the Holguín business sector provides other regions agricultural implements, wooden articles, handicrafts, plastic arts, natural fibers, paper and ceramics. The hot chili pepper harvested in the territory is coveted for its delicacy, as well as shrimp and elver.
Holguín is the only province in the country involved in the production and export of nickel and its derivatives.
There is also a zeolite deposit located in the community of San Andrés, which is exported to countries in America and Europe for purposes of soil fertilization, water purification and even in the manufacture of animal feed, among other benefits.
Currently, work is being done on the creation and consolidation of the first export pole in the province. The 26 de Julio Agricultural Implements Factory (Holmeca) presented the file and the export faculty was approved for one year.
Foreign trade boosts the economy of countries. It generates jobs, production and allows the entry of foreign exchange, thus increasing the chances of achieving development.
Cuba, despite the adversities, is committed to increasing this activity, as a decisive factor for its progress.