AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS Sanctions Fuel Crisis: Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new sanctions on Cuba’s state energy company CUPET/Unión Cuba-Petróleo, accusing Havana of “weaponizing energy” while ordinary Cubans face weeks to refuel and blackouts. Tourism Fallout: The latest pressure is hitting travel too, with reports that airlines are suspending or cutting Cuba routes—Transat says fuel costs and Cuba flight suspensions drove a $79M loss. Currency Shock: The informal market dollar surged to 650 CUP, with the euro also climbing, adding fresh strain for travelers and locals paying in hard currency. Human Cost at Home: A Holguín-based father of an autistic child pleaded for help after 45 hours of blackout, highlighting how power cuts affect even basic needs. Energy-Solidarity Projects: Europe-backed solar upgrades are expanding at ELAM to protect parts of the campus from outages. Health Alert for Visitors: Florida’s dengue risk is spiking, with Miami-Dade under mosquito alert as CDC reports a 359% national surge—relevant for Cuba-bound travelers transiting the US. Local Business/Charging: Holguín’s first photovoltaic charging station is nearing operation, offering 24/7 charging plus community services.
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