The inaugural Granma-Rebelde International Festival, a three-day event dedicated to fostering ideological debate and cultural exchange, concluded yesterday in Havana. The festival, which aimed to create a collaborative space for public engagement, brought together diverse projects, experiences, and communication strategies. The closing ceremony was attended by prominent figures, including Yudí Rodríguez Hernández, a member of the Secretariat of the Party’s Central Committee, and Yuniasky Crespo Baquero, head of the Ideological Department. During the event, the newspaper Juventud Rebelde was honored for its 60 years of activism and dedication to Cuba’s youth. Yuniel Labacena Romero, editor-in-chief of Juventud Rebelde, highlighted the festival’s success in integrating debate, cultural expression, and community participation. Yoerky Sánchez Cuellar, editor-in-chief of Granma, announced plans for a second edition next year, emphasizing the importance of defending peace against illegal blockades and imperialist threats. The festival’s impact was evident in the quality of public interaction and the fusion of political and cultural activities, which united national and international media in a shared vision for a better world. Other notable attendees included Emilio Lozada García, Roberto Pérez Jiménez, and Meyvis Estévez Echevarría, further underscoring the event’s significance.