Cuba to Teach Russian as First Foreign Language in Schools
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- •The Cuban Ministry of Education confirmed the introduction of Russian as the first foreign language in schools.
- •The policy will take effect beginning with the 2026/27 school year.
- •Russian will replace or precede other foreign languages previously taught in Cuban schools.
- •The announcement was made public on March 19, 2026.
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- ▸If Cuba successfully implements Russian language education nationwide then Cuban students will gain proficiency in Russian, potentially enhancing cultural and economic exchanges with Russia.
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