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Widespread Protests Sweep Across Cuba Amid Shortages

In Santiago de Cuba, hundreds protested against ongoing power and food shortages, marking the largest mobilization since the 2021 protests. Despite government efforts to curb...

Cuba’s Energy Dilemma: An Urgent Call for Reform

Cuba is currently grappling with a severe energy crisis, as detailed in a revealing report by the NGO Cuba Siglo 21. This crisis, years in the making due to neglected maintenance, has reached a critical...

Cuba Cuts Street Lighting to Avoid Blackouts

On March 5, 2024, Cuba reduced its street lighting by 75% due to a fuel shortage affecting its energy supply, aiming to prevent power...

Cuba and South Korea Restore Diplomatic Ties

In a new development, Cuba and South Korea have reestablished diplomatic relations after decades...

Unpacking Cuba’s Economic Woes: The Departure of Minister Gil...

Since 2018, Alejandro Gil Fernández steered Cuba's economy, facing uphill battles that ended with his ouster. "Tarea Ordenamiento" worsened inflation,...

Cuba and Eurasian Economic Union Strengthen Ties

Recently in Havana, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and EEC Minister Serguei Glaziev discussed enhancing Cuba-EEU ties. The Third Joint Commission Meeting showcased Cuba's commitment...

Russian Tourism Boosts Cuba’s Economy in 2023

In 2023, more Russians visited Cuba than before the pandemic, showing a big rise in travel from Russia. Over...

Cuban Fuel Costs Skyrocket, Inflation Fears Rise

In a new development, Cuba, grappling with a significant economic challenge, has announced a drastic 500% hike in fuel...

Cuba’s Major Economic Overhaul Amidst Crisis

Cuba entered 2024 facing a severe economic crisis characterized by unprecedented inflation, currency devaluation,...

Russia Expands Mir Payment System to Cuba

Russia's National Card Payment System (NSPK) has introduced Mir payment cards in Cuba, adding the...

Cuba’s Aging Population Challenge

Cuba has faced a major demographic challenge in the last decade because birth rates have decreased yearly while the...