AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWater Crisis Watch: Díaz-Canel set a late-September target to visibly improve Havana’s water supply, but residents are skeptical after years of missed promises and a system heavily dependent on electricity. Health & Travel Safety: The U.S. embassy issued a health alert for Cuba, citing a rise in diarrheal illness tied to worsening water and power conditions—an issue that hits travelers and locals alike. Tourism Rules Update: Cuba authorized private travel agencies under a new resolution, allowing non-state operators (and approved foreign firms) to run licensed packages and excursions—another sign of the country’s push to loosen state control. Sanctions Pressure: Cuba’s foreign minister condemned new U.S. sanctions targeting Raúl Castro’s grandson and Banco Exterior de Cuba, calling it “cruel and ruthless aggression.” On-the-Ground Hardship: A CNN report highlights how Cubans are adapting to blackouts and fuel shortages, from solar-powered tricycles to hand-powered workarounds—useful context for anyone planning a trip. Infrastructure Risk: Another Havana-area power worker died during maintenance, underscoring the dangers facing Cuba’s strained electricity sector.
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