Governor Touts Trade Mission to Cuba

Governor Touts Trade Mission to Cuba

Governor John Baldacci returned from a trade mission in Cuba this morning with good news for Maine people.

"This trip exceeded our expectations and is good news for Maine farmers," said Baldacci at a press conference at the Portland Jetport. "This is a global economy and Maine businesses are doing well in it."

The goal from the trade mission was to generate ten million dollars in Maine business from Cuba. The result was double that.

Maine is one of 37 states that is doing trade with Cuba. Overall, 1.5 billion dollars have been exported to Cuba from the United States.

Governor Baldacci made the trip with several Maine businesses. The remainder of the delegation is expected to return on Saturday.

The agreements are in the process of being finalized.

More details will be forthcoming.

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