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The official journalist Lázaro Manuel Alonso and a small team from Canal Caribe traveled to China this Saturday to attend a seminar on the application and management of high-definition television technologies for developing countries.
According to Alonso himself, as he stated on his social networks, the invitation was made by the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China and the Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy in Cuba.
So far, it is unknown who the other three seminarians accompanying Alonso are and the duration of the trip.
In the post where she celebrated her trip, dozens of people wondered what the point of updating in technology would be if the quality of the news did not improve.
"I hope our television improves, not only in terms of technology but also in programming and providing quick, transparent, and critical information," stated one individual.
Before restricting comments, some internet users managed to criticize the trip and the seminar that was intended for "developing countries."
"For developing countries. That sounds familiar, that sounds familiar," someone said sarcastically.
Two years ago, Canal Caribe, which broadcasts national news daily, unveiled a new studio with a "modern" set featuring a touchscreen, which was seized upon by hundreds of Cubans who questioned the change in scenery when the discourse remains the same.
The news channel moved to Studio 11 of the Cuban Institute of Radio and Television (ICRT), where the programs Al Mediodía, la Mesa Redonda, and the Cultural News had been broadcast for years.
Now "shows seven fundamental spaces: the main news set, a touch screen, and a mega LED screen (especially for cultural, sports, and weather segments), the location for news rounds, an area for interviews, and another for the Cultural News".
However, internet users wondered what change that so-called "modernization" would bring when the type of news being reported, censorship, and information manipulation remained the same.
Many messages questioned the spending of money on such technology when the people do not have access to decent food.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canal Caribe Team's Trip to China
What is the purpose of Canal Caribe's team trip to China?
The Canal Caribe team traveled to China to attend a seminar on high-definition television technologies aimed at developing countries. This invitation was extended by the Ministry of Commerce of China and the Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy in Cuba, with the intention of updating attendees on television technology.
Who makes up the Canal Caribe team that traveled to China?
The journalist Lázaro Manuel Alonso is one of the confirmed members of the team that traveled to China. So far, the names of the other three members have not been revealed, which has raised questions among some internet users regarding the transparency of this delegation.
Why is the technological modernization of Canal Caribe being criticized?
The criticism lies in the fact that technological modernization has not improved the quality of the information content being transmitted, according to internet users. Despite investments in technology, such as the opening of a new studio with modern equipment, censorship and information manipulation continue to be prominent issues raised by the public.
What does the situation regarding high-definition television look like in other parts of Cuba?
In Santiago de Cuba, for example, the population has been without access to high-definition signal for months due to a malfunctioning transmitter that has not been repaired due to a lack of parts. This situation highlights broader issues in the country's technological infrastructure and generates frustration among citizens who cannot enjoy the promised technological advancements.
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