AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism Shock in Cuba: Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel escalated rhetoric against the U.S., calling Washington’s oil embargo and sanctions “political genocide” and linking them to rolling blackouts, fuel shortages, and a sharp tourism downturn. Hotel Exodus: Reuters reports Spanish chain Meliá has fully withdrawn from Cuba, ending operations at all 34 hotels as tighter U.S. sanctions and Cuba’s economic crisis bite; the exit follows similar moves by Iberostar and Barceló. Visa Access Update: Panama’s consulate in Havana launched an online pre-appointment system for Cuban visa applicants, warning it’s not a confirmed appointment and stressing that an accredited “idóneo” lawyer must handle the process. On-the-Ground Travel Reality: A Cuban creator’s viral trip videos depict everyday hardship in eastern Cuba amid the fuel crisis—ruined buildings, power outages, and state control—fueling debate about what’s driving the island’s travel experience. Migration & Travel Safety: In Texas, authorities detained a Cuban migrant after a police chase tied to alleged human trafficking, a reminder of the risks surrounding irregular travel routes.
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