AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCuba Tourism & Transport: Ferromar says the Artemisa–Havana passenger train is resuming Aug. 7, running Mondays and Fridays (about 350 seats), with Cubans immediately asking for more routes—especially beach services. Energy & Economy: President Díaz-Canel denounced a U.S. “collective suffocation plan,” saying an energy siege and fuel limits have worsened blackouts and pushed Cuba to ratify 176 economic reforms. Housing Policy: Cuba’s National Assembly approved a new Housing Law, expanding property-owner rights and boosting local governments’ role in tackling the housing deficit. Travel Scrutiny at Miami: Cuban comedian Jardiel González reported being detained during a Miami layover, missing his Punta Cana connection and spending the night in the U.S. Health for Travelers: The CDC updated its dengue destination list; Cuba is no longer named, though risk maps still matter. Sports & Travel Interest: Cuba reached finals in beach volleyball at the Central American and Caribbean Games, with women’s and men’s teams set for medal matches. Culture Spotlight: Obama included Buena Vista Social Club’s “Candela” on his 2026 summer playlist.
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