The president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, stated this Tuesday that her government will not send oil to Cuba "for the time being," although it will maintain humanitarian aid intended for the island.
During her morning press conference, the leader answered questions from journalists and clarified that, while Mexico will continue to send food and other assistance requested by the Cuban government, the supply of fuels is not included at this time.
"Yes, we will continue to send humanitarian aid, food, and some other requests that the Cuban government has made for its people," he declared.
However, when specifically asked about the shipment of oil, she replied, "No, for now we are not going to send fuels."
Sheinbaum also expressed her disagreement with the imposition of tariffs on countries that sell oil to Cuba.
He pointed out that Mexico protects its national interests but maintains its stance of humanitarian support for the Cuban people.
He also defended the principle of self-determination of peoples enshrined in the Mexican Constitution.
He emphasized that it is up to the Cubans to decide how their country is governed and that there should be no external interference, except within established multilateral diplomatic frameworks.
The statements come amid the energy crisis facing Cuba, characterized by recurring blackouts and fuel shortages.
Sheinbaum reiterated last Thursday that her government is willing to mediate between Cuba and the United States and once again offered her country as a bridge to facilitate dialogue between the two nations.
The president explained that Mexico has expressed to both the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Mexico its willingness to contribute to a rapprochement, always under the principle of respect for Cuba's sovereignty and the self-determination of peoples.
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