The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment, Óscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, stated that among the government's priorities in response to the shortage of fuel in Cuba is “to maintain readiness for defense,” as part of a set of measures presented in response to official directives due to the “energy blockade” attributed to the United States.
The statement was made while explaining the immediate actions that will be implemented to address the fuel shortage, with measures aimed at both electricity generation and transportation, according to the document.
Furthermore, the decisions include the intention to boost projects for the construction of photovoltaic solar parks and other renewable energy sources.
According to the cited information, the plan also extends to other prioritized sectors, such as local food production, water supply, transportation, and the guarantee of basic health and education services.
In an extraordinary session, the leader Miguel Díaz-Canel presented considerations on the set of decisions approved by the highest governing body "in recent days," asserting that the level of preparation achieved in the measures "inspires confidence," according to the text.
The leader appreciated the way the country's leadership and the population have faced the situation, as well as the support received from entrepreneurs, organizations, and countries that —in his view— would be willing to work with Cuba “despite the pressures.”
In addition to referring to the measures adopted, the results of their implementation were also addressed.
In that regard, the member of the Political Bureau and Secretary of Organization of the Central Committee, Roberto Morales Ojeda, outlined actions that would contribute to the communication strategy from political and mass organizations, media outlets, and institutions.
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