FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 22, 2015

Contact: Michael Maisel 215-828-9661

Statement from Engage Cuba on Announcement that U.S.

and Cuban Embassies Will Re-open
WASHINGTON James Williams, President of Engage Cuba, released the
following statement on the announcement that the United States
Department of State and the Cuban government have reached an
agreement to re-open their respective embassies:
"We applaud this important step in bringing the U.S. and Cuba closer
together, and urge Congress to hasten the day when American travelers
and companies have the freedom to engage with one of our nearest
neighbors. Opening embassies in Washington and Havana is an important
step toward the day when Americans can make their own decisions on
where they travel, and our businesses can compete with the rest of the
world. We are making history by making it clear that Americas presence
isnt a concession, it is a show of strength and the best way to promote our
values and create opportunities for both Americans and the Cuban people.
Now it's up to Congress to do its job and lift the travel and trade ban."
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