Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum affirmed her government’s commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to Cuba, despite US sanctions affecting nations engaging in trade with or supplying oil to the Caribbean country. Sheinbaum emphasized Mexico’s solidarity with the Cuban people, stating that additional support will be extended in light of the challenging situation caused by US sanctions. Mexico recently dispatched two navy ships carrying 814 tonnes of food supplies to Cuba as part of its aid efforts.
Sheinbaum urged the United States and the global community to acknowledge the adverse impact of sanctions on the Cuban population. She emphasized the unfairness of the sanctions and called for a reconsideration of the punitive measures imposed on Cuba. The Mexican president also expressed her intention to engage in diplomatic initiatives with the US to help restore Cuba’s access to essential oil supplies critical for powering the nation’s electrical grid.
Despite facing potential threats of tariffs from the US for bypassing the energy blockade, Sheinbaum remained resolute in her commitment to supporting Cuba. She highlighted the importance of avoiding sanctions against Mexico while striving to assist Cuba in overcoming its energy challenges. Sheinbaum’s statements follow recent actions by former US President Trump, who issued an executive order declaring Cuba’s government a national emergency and a threat to the US.
