These talks seek to identify mechanisms for resolving bilateral problems, for the benefit of both nations, based on respect for sovereignty, independence, and self-determination.
In his meeting with journalists Diaz-Canel also referred, in his meeting with journalists, to the complex situation created by the energy siege imposed on Cuba by the current US administration, to economically stifle the country and overthrow the Revolution.
The head of State informed that the island has not received fuel for three months, and noted that this Caribbean nation generates its electricity from domestic crude oil and photovoltaic energy.
The president explained that this situation makes the system unstable and increases power outages, with the resulting consequences for the vitality of production, communications, medical services, education, transportation, and the Cubans’ daily activities.
He referred to the adjustments adopted by the Ministries of Education and Higher Education to keep the teaching process active through alternatives such as blended learning and the creation of community spaces.
He explained that workplaces are adjusting their schedules in light of the current situation.
Given this contingency scenario, Diaz-Canel highlighted the solidarity offered by several friendly countries and international organizations, and emphasized Mexico’s contribution, thanking the Mexican people and the steadfastness of its President, Claudia Sheinbaum, in offering this generous contribution.
The head of State emphasized that the solidarity contributions received are distributed according to the unwavering ethics of the Revolution, are primarily directed to schools, communities, and social services, and are managed on a non-profit basis, with a robust system of audits and monitoring.
Representatives from several organizations and embassies, who verify the proper use of resources on the ground, which strengthens the credibility of the process against any accusations of mismanagement, are participating in this system.
The president also referred, during his address, to the attempted armed infiltration in Villa Clara province, which aimed to attack military units and social centers to sow fear and cause destabilization.
He detailed that all those involved in the events acknowledged their participation and admitted that they were the ones who fired on the Cuban Border Patrol vessel.
Two of those involved are on the national list of individuals and entities designated as terrorists.
The head of State announced that Cuban authorities are awaiting a possible visit from a team of experts from the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to participate in clarifying the facts alongside the Interior Ministry (MININT).
At another point, the president alluded to the Cuban government’s decision to release 51 people who had been sentenced to be deprived of freedom, in accordance with the humanist vocation of the Revolution.
He specified that this measure is implemented for individuals who have maintained good behavior during their sentences, as the Cuban law establishes.
Regarding the Cuban residents abroad, Diaz-Canel commented that the number of Cuban nationals in other countries is steadily increasing, and therefore he considered it a government responsibility “to welcome them, listen to them, assist them, and provide them with a space for participation.”
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