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Tension between America and Cuba has increased further. After the decision of US President Donald Trump, the oil supply to Cuba has been banned, due to which the situation there has worsened. According to reports, there are frequent power cuts in Cuba. The reason for this is that the country does not have enough fuel and its electricity system is also very old. It is being told that Cuba has not received oil from outside for many months and it is able to produce only about 40% of the fuel it needs.
This shortage has had a direct impact on the common people. Lakhs of people in the country are living without electricity. Work in hospitals has been affected, many operations have had to be stopped and business has also stopped at many places. Cuba’s economy was already weak, but now the situation has become worse. Due to fuel shortage, supply of essential commodities is being stopped, schools are being closed and big industries like tourism have also been affected. Experts say that Cuba’s old economic system and slow reforms are also increasing this crisis, due to which the country is not able to handle the situation quickly.
America is strict regarding Cuba
Taking a tough stance, Trump has also said that America can take any major step regarding Cuba. His government has also warned other countries that if they supply oil to Cuba, they may be taxed or strict measures may be taken. Due to this pressure, Cuba has become more isolated at the international level. On the other hand, Cuba has also given a strong response. Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernandez de Cosio has said that the country is ready for any kind of situation and will not compromise on its system. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has also admitted that talks are going on with America, but he clearly said that the country will not step back from its political system. Actually this conflict is not new. Tension between America and Cuba has been going on since the 1959 revolution and has been increasing from time to time.
Cuba’s economy will weaken
Experts believe that the effect of this oil ban may last for a long time. This may further weaken Cuba’s economy and increase the problems of the common people. Also, this situation can also create problems like major crisis or migration in future. At present both the countries are firm on their respective stances and the situation still remains tense.
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