AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEducation Under Strain: Cuba’s 2026-2027 school year opens for 1.4M+ students with shortages of teachers, uniforms, food, and frequent blackouts, as families scramble after fuel and power problems keep buses off the roads. Energy Crisis: The national grid starts September with a major generation deficit, with UNE forecasting peak shortfalls of about 2,310 MW and widespread outages hitting schools and daily life. Policy Response: Education Minister Naima Trujillo says in-person classes will continue, using “educational zones” and staggered schedules to stretch limited resources across provinces. Private Sector Retail Expansion: Cuba authorizes private retail and restaurant chains, signaling a further push to expand non-state services amid the economic squeeze. Diplomacy & Sanctions: Cuba’s UN ambassador says the U.S. keeps tightening sanctions while urging investment, arguing the blockade is the main barrier to growth and stability. Industry/Trade Watch: Cuba’s mining, metal, and construction firms face new U.S. sanctions, adding pressure to an already fragile supply chain. Culture & Branding: Havana Club Añejo 7 Años rolls out a redesigned bottle globally, a rare bright spot for Cuban consumer branding.
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