AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy Crisis in Cuba: Cuba’s grid is again in freefall, with the Electric Union reporting a 2,042 MW shortfall and only about a third of needed power available—setting up widespread blackouts during peak hours. Economic Overhaul: Lawmakers wrapped a two-day National Assembly on new reforms aimed at easing land-use limits, letting businesses import fuel and medicines, and expanding private tourism—while Díaz-Canel insists it’s not “predatory capitalism” and that strategic sectors won’t be privatized. Protest Crackdown in Havana: After residents in El Fanguito blocked Avenida 23 over 48+ hours without electricity, water, or gas, State Security detained two mothers, including one with her 4-year-old child. U.S.-Cuba Pressure and Trade: U.S. food exports to Cuba rose 13.2% in May, driven by private-sector demand, even as Washington’s sanctions keep squeezing state firms. Cuban Baseball Exodus: Two young Cuban players—Víctor Manuel Denis and Richard Bouquet—have left for the Dominican Republic to pursue MLB opportunities. Havana Book Fair Returns: The Havana International Book Fair is set for Aug. 10–16, with Russia as guest of honor, after a delay blamed on the U.S. oil blockade. Diplomacy Watch: Cuba confirmed Colombia President Gustavo Petro will visit Havana July 31–Aug. 1.
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