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In the midst of the crisis and public discontent in Cuba, the Provincial Government of Villa Clara announced that it will sell a bottle of rum in exchange for a ration card as part of the "year-end celebrations."
On Friday, the entity presented a comprehensive plan of offerings for the year-end celebrations and the 66th anniversary of the Triumph of the Revolution. They announced the distribution of one bottle of rum per household through the rationing system, along with other products such as dry wine, vinegar, and soft drinks for children and pregnant women.
The program includes trade fairs, food festivals, and agricultural exhibitions in all municipalities, as well as the distribution of supplies for the 291,754 family units in the province. This information comes from a report by the local state-run newspaper Vanguardia, which does not specify the prices for these "offers," which, last year, were not subsidized.
Local companies such as Pescavilla, EPICAI, and the Dairy Company will participate in the food supply, preparing products for sale such as "croquettes, mortadella, fish fillet, melted cheese, and ice cream," the report states, reflecting the usual optimism of the state-controlled media that seeks to divert attention from the severe crisis on the island.
It is stated that the basic food basket for December will include five pounds of rice, two pounds of sugar, oil, and coffee. Additionally, one pound of chicken will be distributed for children and seniors, with extra quantities for pregnant women and special dietary needs for children.
At agricultural fairs, products such as grains and meat will be sold in a regulated manner to ensure their availability, it clarifies.
Last year, the government in Villa Clara announced a year-end food supply that featured excessively high prices for some of the few products that were available for sale.
That time, the products were only sold through the supply booklet, in neighborhood stores, unlike in previous years when they were sold freely.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Distribution of Rum and Basic Products in Villa Clara
What does the year-end offer in Villa Clara include through the rationing booklet?
The year-end offer in Villa Clara includes the distribution of a bottle of rum per household, along with other products such as dry wine, vinegar, and soft drinks intended for children and pregnant women. This distribution is carried out through the supply booklet, marking the government's effort to ensure the availability of certain products amid the economic crisis. The measure also includes the provision of basic food items such as rice, sugar, oil, coffee, and a pound of chicken for vulnerable groups.
How is the economic crisis affecting year-end sales in Cuba?
The economic crisis in Cuba has severely restricted year-end offerings, with the government providing basic products at elevated prices and in insufficient quantities. In Villa Clara, for example, the options available include limited products distributed through the rationing system, reflecting the regime's inability to meet the basic needs of the population. Furthermore, the crisis has caused the public to confront shortages of food and resources in general.
What additional products are being distributed in Villa Clara for the year-end celebrations?
In addition to the bottle of rum, products such as dry wine, vinegar, and soft drinks for children and pregnant women are being distributed in Villa Clara. Basic food items like rice, sugar, oil, coffee, and chicken are also included, albeit in limited quantities. These measures are part of a government plan for the year-end celebrations and the anniversary of the Triumph of the Revolution, aimed at providing some relief amid the widespread shortages facing the island.
What role do trade fairs play in the distribution of food in Villa Clara?
The trade fairs in Villa Clara aim to supplement the distribution of basic goods through the supply booklet. At these fairs, agricultural and meat products are sold in a regulated manner to ensure their availability. These events seek to offer a greater variety of products to consumers, although availability remains limited due to the economic crisis affecting the island.
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