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The US State Department has called on Antigua and Barbuda to introduce stronger safeguards for Cuban professionals working in the country.<\/p>

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In guidance issued recently, Washington recommended measures to prevent forced labour, including binding contracts signed by employers, workers, and the Cuban government; unannounced labour inspections; and registries of Cuban workers. It also advised ensuring that salaries are paid directly to workers, who should retain control of their passports and enjoy the same rights as local employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The US further urged Antigua and Barbuda to allow Cuban workers freedom of movement, social interaction, and housing choice, and to protect those who end contracts from reprisals if they return to Cuba.<\/p>

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Prime Minister Gaston Browne has defended the Cuban Medical Brigade programme, rejecting suggestions of exploitation. He said the government treats Cuban doctors and nurses fairly, compensates them appropriately, and places no restrictions on them, likening the arrangement to similar agreements with Ghanaian and Filipino professionals.<\/p>

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Antiguan authorities have yet to issue a formal response to the US recommendations.<\/p>\n

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