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As part of the Cuban regime's campaign against illegal activities, in an effort by leader Miguel Díaz-Canel to project an image of action against crime, authorities recently seized two trucks loaded with 15 tons of rice in Cienfuegos.
The official pro-government Facebook profile “Las Cosas de Fernanda” reported that, as part of efforts to combat illegal activities in the municipality of Aguada de Pasajeros, authorities intercepted two trucks carrying a total of 322 bags of rice, amounting to 15 tons.
The vehicles traveling from Guanal to Jagüey, within the Cienfuegos municipality of Aguada de Pasajeros, were stopped along the way for lacking the necessary documentation to prove the legality of their cargo.
In the comments section, several people reacted to the post. Yamile Enriqueta Hernández, for example, pointed out that “no one can move such a quantity of rice without authorization from a superior; follow the thread of where corruption originates.”
For his part, Daniel Ángel Barrios Hernández, regarding the "National Exercise for the Prevention and Combat of Crime, Corruption, Illegality, and Social Indiscipline," pointed out that "this week we have realized that we were blindfolded or simply do not want to see, even though everyone is aware of the exercise," suggesting the administrative disorder that exists in the country.
On this topic, Iris Sánchez stated: "It's nothing new; stop the deception since the rulers are aware of everything. The Cuban people know they are being deceived, and this will continue until we ourselves, united, put a stop to it."
The government's campaign against corruption and illegal activities revealed several notable cases this week.
In Santiago de Cuba, for instance, a man was arrested at the Frank País intermunicipal terminal in the Contramaestre municipality after being identified as the owner of a shipment containing over 500 pounds of cheese and 300 pounds of beef.
The bundles placed on the terminal floor raised suspicions among the agents of the Revolutionary National Police (PNR), who, upon inspecting the goods, noticed that nobody wanted to claim ownership, according to the official pro-government Facebook profile "Héroes del Moncada."
In that same province, but in the municipality of Songo-La Maya, police authorities recovered two oxen that had been stolen and were about to be illegally slaughtered.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rice Seizures and the Fight Against Corruption in Cuba
Why were 15 tons of rice seized in Cienfuegos?
The 15 tons of rice were confiscated because the trucks transporting them did not have the necessary documentation to prove the legality of the cargo. This seizure is part of a Cuban government operation aimed at combating illegal activities and corruption in the country.
How does corruption in Cuba affect the food sector?
Corruption in Cuba severely impacts the food sector, leading to misappropriation of resources and products in the black market, which exacerbates the scarcity of basic food items for the population. Recent cases include seizures of meat and rice, reflecting a system struggling to control these illegal practices.
What is the Cuban government's strategy for combating illegal activities?
The Cuban government has launched a national campaign to combat illegal activities, focusing on operations that involve the confiscation of products and arrests. However, this strategy has been criticized for failing to address the underlying structural issues and for exacerbating social tensions.
How does the Cuban population react to seizures and arrests?
The Cuban population has expressed frustration and discontent in response to the seizures and arrests, leading to confrontations with the authorities. This discontent reflects the perception that the measures are unjust and do not address the economic and social problems facing the country.
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