Carnival responds to Cuba lawsuit
Carnival has briefly responded to the recent lawsuit over its use of port facilities in Cuba, pledging to continue sailing as normal.
A lawsuit claims the company is liable to pay compensation to two plaintiffs under the Helms Burton Act, after their property was seized by Cuba in 1960.
It relates to their ownership claim on port facilities in Havana and Santiago de Cuba.
"Our cruises to Cuba are continuing as scheduled as part of our regular itineraries," it said.
It argues lawful travel approved by the government is exempt under Title III of the Helms Burton Act.
Carnival shared a statement released by the Cruise Line Industry Association.
"Our member cruise lines have been and are now engaged in lawful travel to Cuba as expressly authorized by the United States federal government," CLIA said.
"Cruises to Cuba have delivered important social and cultural exchange between the people of the United States and the people of Cuba. They have also provided much-needed entrepreneurial opportunities. We will continue to closely monitor this issue and keep you informed of any relevant developments."
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