Roberto Hernandez Tello, 59, left Cuba for a better life but arrived in Brazil because of Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies. Many Cubans are now applying for asylum in Brazil, surpassing Venezuelan applicants for the first time. As of June, Brazil received 19,419 asylum requests from Cubans compared to 9,850 from Venezuelans. Most Cubans travel through Guyana or Suriname before reaching Brazil, especially Curitiba, known for its strong GDP, transportation, healthcare, and education systems. In Curitiba, Cuban and Venezuelan communities have formed leagues for softball, indicating cultural engagement.
Roberto Hernandez Tello, 59, left Cuba for a better life but ended up in Brazil due to Trump's anti-immigration policies, highlighting a shift in asylum seekers.
In Brazil, for the first time, there are more Cuban asylum requests than Venezuelan ones—19,419 from Cubans compared to 9,850 from Venezuelans as of June.
Cubans typically travel to Guyana or Suriname before crossing into Brazil, with many settling in Curitiba for its robust infrastructure and community.
Curitiba is home to a significant number of Cuban and Venezuelan immigrants who have formed softball leagues, showcasing cultural integration in Brazil.
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