Cuban official says talks with the U.S. are at a standstill despite recent free-market reforms
Summary
Cuba and the U.S. have stopped talks despite Cuba approving new free-market economic reforms. Cuba’s Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said these reforms are Cuba’s own decision, and that new U.S. sanctions have followed the changes, harming Cuba’s economy.Key Facts
- Cuba recently approved 176 economic reforms that allow more private business and foreign investment.
- These reforms were not discussed in earlier talks between Cuba and the U.S.
- Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said Cuba will not consider U.S. opinions on its economic changes.
- The U.S. added new sanctions on Cuban officials and companies after the reforms were announced.
- Cuba claims the U.S. policies, including the oil embargo, have caused economic problems like blackouts and shortages.
- Rodríguez said the U.S. threats and sanctions continue despite respectful behavior in talks.
- Cuba denies being a threat to the U.S., describing the U.S. as a powerful military and nuclear country.
- A U.N. debate on the U.S. energy embargo is planned for July 7 to address the issue.
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