Can representatives of U.S. agricultural cooperatives, trade associations, or state governments visit Cuba and perform market development activities?
Yes, but they must obtain a license and follow Federal law and regulations. The use of Federal funds to support export promotions is specifically prohibited by Congress. Private companies, cooperatives, trade associations, or state governments may use their own funds for market development purposes, but the use of funds in Cuba is tightly controlled. U.S. agricultural industry trade associations, such as FAS Foreign Market Development Cooperators or Market Access Program participants, are allowed to undertake market development activities in Cuba provided they obtain a license, but not with Federal funds. U.S. industry can use its own resources to explore the Cuban market, but prior to using any funds in Cuba, U.S. industry and associations must apply to the Office of Foreign Assets Control for a license.
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