Cuba’s PM praises community contribution in disaster-hit area

In Havana, Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero highlighted the power of collective work and the resilience of the people in the recovery of disaster-stricken areas.

On December 27, from Havana, Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero praised the community’s contribution in disaster-hit areas. According to Prensa Latina, Marrero emphasized the power of collective work and the people’s resilience in recovering from stricken regions.

This acknowledgment comes amid national efforts to overcome the impacts of recent disasters, where community solidarity has been essential. Marrero highlighted how unity has enabled progress in rehabilitating affected areas, showcasing the inherent strength of Cuban society.

Specific incidents are not detailed in the statement, but the message underscores the vital role of public participation in crisis management.

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Cuban workers repair power infrastructure in Nuevitas after nationwide blackout, with dark Havana skyline and microgrids in background.
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Cuba launches recovery after second nationwide blackout in a week

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Cuba has begun restoring power following a nationwide grid collapse on Saturday evening—the second total blackout in less than a week and third major outage this month—affecting around 10 million people after a major power plant in Nuevitas failed. Officials established microgrids for essential services amid chronic fuel shortages and grid unreliability.

Just hours before International Workers’ Day, Political Bureau member and Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz presided over a ceremony recognizing outstanding labor collectives from the Palco Business Group. Fourteen entities earned the National Vanguard flag for their creative work amid the U.S. criminal blockade. Workers who provided services in Venezuela were also honored.

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The governments of Mexico, Brazil, and Spain issued a joint statement on Saturday expressing deep concern over Cuba's severe humanitarian crisis. They called for respect for the island's territorial integrity and respectful dialogue to resolve the situation. They also pledged to increase coordinated humanitarian aid.

NPR reports that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is pressing for political change in Cuba while Caribbean leaders warn that Cuba’s deepening crisis could fuel wider humanitarian strains and increased migration across the region.

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