Manuel Marrero Cruz
Updates on Manuel Marrero Cruz include diplomatic efforts with the Eurasian Union, criticism of state workers, and controversial remarks on small businesses and corruption.
![Growing Outrage Among Cubans Over New Dollar-Only Supermarket in Havana]()
Growing Outrage Among Cubans Over New Dollar-Only Supermarket in Havana
Published on 1/3/2025
![Cubans Face New Restriction in State Stores: "No MLC Accepted, Only Dollars or Cards"]()
Cubans Face New Restriction in State Stores: "No MLC Accepted, Only Dollars or Cards"
Published on 1/1/2025
![Official Media Warns: Cubans Face a Harsh End to the Year]()
Official Media Warns: Cubans Face a Harsh End to the Year
Published on 1/1/2025
![Artificial Intelligence: Díaz-Canel's Latest Proposal Amidst Cuba's Ongoing Crisis]()
Artificial Intelligence: Díaz-Canel's Latest Proposal Amidst Cuba's Ongoing Crisis
Published on 1/1/2025
![Cubans on Foreign Missions Granted Right to Import Low-Cost Vehicles]()
Cubans on Foreign Missions Granted Right to Import Low-Cost Vehicles
Published on 1/1/2025
![Minister of Transportation Highlights: New Vehicle Policies Are Not a "Magic Solution"]()
Minister of Transportation Highlights: New Vehicle Policies Are Not a "Magic Solution"
Published on 1/1/2025
![Crime Remains a Pressing Concern in Cuba Despite Government Claims]()
Crime Remains a Pressing Concern in Cuba Despite Government Claims
Published on 12/30/2024
![Cuban Man Attacked in Broad Daylight on Centro Habana Street]()
Cuban Man Attacked in Broad Daylight on Centro Habana Street
Published on 12/29/2024
![Cuban Government Claims Ration Book Distribution Secured Through 2025]()
Cuban Government Claims Ration Book Distribution Secured Through 2025
Published on 12/26/2024
![Cubans Outraged Over Internet Price Hike Announcement: "We Are Your Customers, Not the U.S."]()
Cubans Outraged Over Internet Price Hike Announcement: "We Are Your Customers, Not the U.S."
Published on 12/24/2024
![A Heart-Wrenching Plea from Cuba: "Take Everything, They've Already Taken Our Lives"]()
A Heart-Wrenching Plea from Cuba: "Take Everything, They've Already Taken Our Lives"
Published on 12/24/2024
![Floating Exchange Rate in Cuba by 2025: Challenges and Potential Economic Impacts]()
Floating Exchange Rate in Cuba by 2025: Challenges and Potential Economic Impacts
Published on 12/25/2024
![Cubans Criticize Etecsa's Denial of New Internet Rates: "This Is Due to the Secrecy You Create"]()
Cubans Criticize Etecsa's Denial of New Internet Rates: "This Is Due to the Secrecy You Create"
Published on 12/24/2024
![New Vehicle Regulations in Cuba: What Are the Implications for Buying, Selling, and Importing?]()
New Vehicle Regulations in Cuba: What Are the Implications for Buying, Selling, and Importing?
Published on 12/22/2024
![Cuban Government Discusses Delays and Shortages in Ration Book Distribution]()
Cuban Government Discusses Delays and Shortages in Ration Book Distribution
Published on 12/23/2024
![Cuban Government Announces Dissolution of National Bread Chain]()
Cuban Government Announces Dissolution of National Bread Chain
Published on 12/22/2024
![Cubans React to End of Ration Book Subsidies: "We Can't Take It Anymore"]()
Cubans React to End of Ration Book Subsidies: "We Can't Take It Anymore"
Published on 12/22/2024
![Marrero Cruz Attends March in Havana Using Crutches]()
Marrero Cruz Attends March in Havana Using Crutches
Published on 12/21/2024
![What We Understand About Cuba's New Economic Measures and Dollarization]()
What We Understand About Cuba's New Economic Measures and Dollarization
Published on 12/20/2024
![Cuban Leadership Appoints Ramiro Valdés to Head Effort for Stabilizing National Electric Grid]()
Cuban Leadership Appoints Ramiro Valdés to Head Effort for Stabilizing National Electric Grid
Published on 12/20/2024
![Cuban Government Increases Reference Prices for Housing Transactions Fivefold]()
Cuban Government Increases Reference Prices for Housing Transactions Fivefold
Published on 12/20/2024
![Cuban Government Calls Importing Sugar a "National Embarrassment"]()
Cuban Government Calls Importing Sugar a "National Embarrassment"
Published on 12/21/2024
![Cuban Government Admits Mariel Special Development Zone's Shortcomings]()
Cuban Government Admits Mariel Special Development Zone's Shortcomings
Published on 12/19/2024
![Cuban Government Claims Inflation is Slowing: Truth or Mere Propaganda?]()
Cuban Government Claims Inflation is Slowing: Truth or Mere Propaganda?
Published on 12/20/2024
![Cuban Government Plans Internet Price Hike to Boost Foreign Currency Inflow]()
Cuban Government Plans Internet Price Hike to Boost Foreign Currency Inflow
Published on 12/19/2024
![Cuban Government Ends Ration Book Subsidies: "No Turning Back"]()
Cuban Government Ends Ration Book Subsidies: "No Turning Back"
Published on 12/19/2024
![Cuban Government Introduces Flexible Currency Exchange System]()
Cuban Government Introduces Flexible Currency Exchange System
Published on 12/18/2024
![Dollar Dominance: Cuban Government Endorses Policy for "Partial Dollarization of the Economy"]()
Dollar Dominance: Cuban Government Endorses Policy for "Partial Dollarization of the Economy"
Published on 12/18/2024
![Commander Julio Camacho Aguilera, Historic Figure of Cuban Regime, Passes Away at 100]()
Commander Julio Camacho Aguilera, Historic Figure of Cuban Regime, Passes Away at 100
Published on 12/14/2024
![Cuban Government Admits Economic Recovery Plan Has Failed One Year After Implementation]()
Cuban Government Admits Economic Recovery Plan Has Failed One Year After Implementation
Published on 12/13/2024
![Cuban Government Targets Roadside Kiosks and Illegal Sales Points in Economic Crackdown]()
Cuban Government Targets Roadside Kiosks and Illegal Sales Points in Economic Crackdown
Published on 12/10/2024
![Parents in Sancti Spíritus Fined and Warned Due to Children's Misconduct]()
Parents in Sancti Spíritus Fined and Warned Due to Children's Misconduct
Published on 12/4/2024
![Prime Minister Marrero Cruz Discloses "Workplace Accident" During Eastern Cuba Tour]()
Prime Minister Marrero Cruz Discloses "Workplace Accident" During Eastern Cuba Tour
Published on 11/23/2024
![Manuel Marrero Resurfaces with Arm in Cast]()
Manuel Marrero Resurfaces with Arm in Cast
Published on 11/17/2024
![Cuban Government Withholds 2023 Agricultural Statistics: A Sign of Economic Policy Failure?]()
Cuban Government Withholds 2023 Agricultural Statistics: A Sign of Economic Policy Failure?
Published on 11/12/2024
![Exchange Rate Stagnation in Cuba: A Reflection of Government Inaction]()
Exchange Rate Stagnation in Cuba: A Reflection of Government Inaction
Published on 11/9/2024
![Díaz-Canel Urges an End to the "Culture of Mediocrity" in Havana]()
Díaz-Canel Urges an End to the "Culture of Mediocrity" in Havana
Published on 10/27/2024
![Andy Vázquez Takes Initiative to Aid Hurricane Oscar Victims in Cuba]()
Andy Vázquez Takes Initiative to Aid Hurricane Oscar Victims in Cuba
Published on 10/26/2024
![Cuban Government Orders Evacuations in Baracoa Amid Heavy Rains: “The Past Days Have Taught Us Caution”]()
Cuban Government Orders Evacuations in Baracoa Amid Heavy Rains: “The Past Days Have Taught Us Caution”
Published on 10/26/2024
![Persistent Rainfall Threatens Eastern Cuba with Further Flooding Concerns]()
Persistent Rainfall Threatens Eastern Cuba with Further Flooding Concerns
Published on 10/25/2024
![Cuban Government Halts Cultural Day Festivities Amid Power Outage and Hurricane Threat]()
Cuban Government Halts Cultural Day Festivities Amid Power Outage and Hurricane Threat
Published on 10/20/2024
![Cuban Energy Crisis: Government Plans to Boost Domestic Oil Production]()
Cuban Energy Crisis: Government Plans to Boost Domestic Oil Production
Published on 10/20/2024
![Universities in Villa Clara Halt Classes Indefinitely Due to Severe Energy Crisis in Cuba]()
Universities in Villa Clara Halt Classes Indefinitely Due to Severe Energy Crisis in Cuba
Published on 10/20/2024
![Informative Phase Declared for Provinces from Camagüey to Guantánamo as Hurricane Oscar Approaches]()
Informative Phase Declared for Provinces from Camagüey to Guantánamo as Hurricane Oscar Approaches
Published on 10/20/2024
![Cubans Face Extended Internet Blackout Amid Widespread Power Outage]()
Cubans Face Extended Internet Blackout Amid Widespread Power Outage
Published on 10/19/2024
![International Media Highlights Massive Blackout in Cuba: System Collapse]()
International Media Highlights Massive Blackout in Cuba: System Collapse
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cuban Energy Minister Encourages Citizens to Invest in Solar Panels]()
Cuban Energy Minister Encourages Citizens to Invest in Solar Panels
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cubans Express Outrage Over Widespread Blackout]()
Cubans Express Outrage Over Widespread Blackout
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cuban Leader Addresses Widespread Power Outage Crisis]()
Cuban Leader Addresses Widespread Power Outage Crisis
Published on 10/18/2024
![Ulises Toirac Foresees Tougher Times Ahead After Marrero's Remarks: "We're Stuck in a Vicious Cycle"]()
Ulises Toirac Foresees Tougher Times Ahead After Marrero's Remarks: "We're Stuck in a Vicious Cycle"
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cuba Plunged into Darkness as Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Shuts Down]()
Cuba Plunged into Darkness as Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Shuts Down
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cuban Government Halts Nation Amid Energy Crisis: Here Are the Steps Taken]()
Cuban Government Halts Nation Amid Energy Crisis: Here Are the Steps Taken
Published on 10/18/2024
![Marrero's Energy Crisis Briefing Delayed Due to "Technical Difficulties"]()
Marrero's Energy Crisis Briefing Delayed Due to "Technical Difficulties"
Published on 10/18/2024
![The Incompetence and Downfall of Cuba's Regime Captured in a Single Image]()
The Incompetence and Downfall of Cuba's Regime Captured in a Single Image
Published on 10/18/2024
![Classes Canceled Across Cuba as Government Offers Conflicting Reasons]()
Classes Canceled Across Cuba as Government Offers Conflicting Reasons
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cuban Government Outlines Strategy to Tackle Energy Crisis]()
Cuban Government Outlines Strategy to Tackle Energy Crisis
Published on 10/18/2024
![Suspension of Municipal Assembly Activities Amid Cuba's Energy Crisis]()
Suspension of Municipal Assembly Activities Amid Cuba's Energy Crisis
Published on 10/18/2024
![Cuban Prime Minister to Address Nation on Worsening Energy Crisis]()
Cuban Prime Minister to Address Nation on Worsening Energy Crisis
Published on 10/17/2024
![Cuban Leadership Faces Criticism for Inaction and Neglect]()
Cuban Leadership Faces Criticism for Inaction and Neglect
Published on 10/7/2024
![Motorcyclist Found Murdered After Disappearance in Pinar del Río]()
Motorcyclist Found Murdered After Disappearance in Pinar del Río
Published on 10/6/2024
![Cuban Government Claims Crime Rate Drops, Yet Citizens Remain Skeptical]()
Cuban Government Claims Crime Rate Drops, Yet Citizens Remain Skeptical
Published on 10/5/2024
![Cuban Government Continues to Shift Blame for Food Production Failures to Municipalities]()
Cuban Government Continues to Shift Blame for Food Production Failures to Municipalities
Published on 10/2/2024
![Cuban Prime Minister Urges Leaders to Focus on Improving Household Economy]()
Cuban Prime Minister Urges Leaders to Focus on Improving Household Economy
Published on 10/2/2024
![Havana Faces Another Gacelas Shutdown Due to Fuel Shortage]()
Havana Faces Another Gacelas Shutdown Due to Fuel Shortage
Published on 9/24/2024
![Shipping Agencies to Cuba on Edge Amid Potential Customs Changes]()
Shipping Agencies to Cuba on Edge Amid Potential Customs Changes
Published on 9/24/2024
![Manuel Marrero Criticizes Shoddy Work and Insensitivity Among Cuban Officials]()
Manuel Marrero Criticizes Shoddy Work and Insensitivity Among Cuban Officials
Published on 9/23/2024
![Power Outages Continue in Cuba, with Expected Impact of Up to 880 MW]()
Power Outages Continue in Cuba, with Expected Impact of Up to 880 MW
Published on 9/22/2024
![Manuel Marrero Claims Optimism Despite Cuba's Power Outages]()
Manuel Marrero Claims Optimism Despite Cuba's Power Outages
Published on 9/21/2024
![Cuban Government Claims Progress with Economic Measures Amid Ongoing Struggles]()
Cuban Government Claims Progress with Economic Measures Amid Ongoing Struggles
Published on 9/18/2024
![Cuban Government Shuts Down 58 Businesses for Non-Compliance with Electronic Payment Mandates]()
Cuban Government Shuts Down 58 Businesses for Non-Compliance with Electronic Payment Mandates
Published on 9/18/2024
![Havana Residents Left Without Toothpaste for Six Months Due to Rationing]()
Havana Residents Left Without Toothpaste for Six Months Due to Rationing
Published on 9/17/2024
![Surprised Burglar Attacked in Santiago de Cuba Home]()
Surprised Burglar Attacked in Santiago de Cuba Home
Published on 9/12/2024
![UN Official Declares Cuba a "Leader in Health Issues"]()
UN Official Declares Cuba a "Leader in Health Issues"
Published on 9/11/2024
![Imported Car Sales in Cuba: New Price Breakdown]()
Imported Car Sales in Cuba: New Price Breakdown
Published on 9/3/2024
![Cuban Government Denies Rumors of New Measures to "Correct Distortions"]()
Cuban Government Denies Rumors of New Measures to "Correct Distortions"
Published on 9/2/2024
![Díaz-Canel's Back-to-School Message Sparks Outcry Among Cubans]()
Díaz-Canel's Back-to-School Message Sparks Outcry Among Cubans
Published on 9/2/2024
![Cuba Faces September Shortages of Coffee and Cooking Oil]()
Cuba Faces September Shortages of Coffee and Cooking Oil
Published on 9/1/2024
![Díaz-Canel Dispatches Marrero Cruz to Oversee Repairs at Antonio Guiteras Power Plant]()
Díaz-Canel Dispatches Marrero Cruz to Oversee Repairs at Antonio Guiteras Power Plant
Published on 8/31/2024
![Cuban National Appointed as Venezuela's Tourism Minister by Nicolás Maduro]()
Cuban National Appointed as Venezuela's Tourism Minister by Nicolás Maduro
Published on 8/28/2024
![Former Cuban Economy Minister Reports Over $4 Billion Loss in External Revenue Over Five Years]()
Former Cuban Economy Minister Reports Over $4 Billion Loss in External Revenue Over Five Years
Published on 8/27/2024
![Cuban Government Shuts Down Private Businesses and Halts Projects for Over 360 Entrepreneurs]()
Cuban Government Shuts Down Private Businesses and Halts Projects for Over 360 Entrepreneurs
Published on 8/26/2024
![Cuban Nurse Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Posting a Meme]()
Cuban Nurse Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Posting a Meme
Published on 8/20/2024
![Cuban Government Imposes Restrictions on Private Sector: What Are the Implications?]()
Cuban Government Imposes Restrictions on Private Sector: What Are the Implications?
Published on 8/20/2024
![Manuel Marrero: "Cuban Revolution Will Endure for a Long Time"]()
Manuel Marrero: "Cuban Revolution Will Endure for a Long Time"
Published on 8/5/2024
![Cuban Government Pledges to Overhaul Work System Amid Economic Crisis]()
Cuban Government Pledges to Overhaul Work System Amid Economic Crisis
Published on 7/30/2024
![Euro Climbs for Third Consecutive Day in Cuba]()
Euro Climbs for Third Consecutive Day in Cuba
Published on 7/30/2024
![Manuel Marrero Travels to Iran for President Masoud Pezeshkian's Inauguration]()
Manuel Marrero Travels to Iran for President Masoud Pezeshkian's Inauguration
Published on 7/29/2024
![State Inspectors Accused of Extortion at Santiago de Cuba Carnival]()
State Inspectors Accused of Extortion at Santiago de Cuba Carnival
Published on 7/29/2024
![Rising Demand for Dollars, Euros, and MLC in Cuba's Informal Market]()
Rising Demand for Dollars, Euros, and MLC in Cuba's Informal Market
Published on 7/28/2024
![Dollar Strengthens in Cuba's Informal Market]()
Dollar Strengthens in Cuba's Informal Market
Published on 7/27/2024
![US Dollar Continues to Rise in Cuba's Informal Market for Third Consecutive Day]()
US Dollar Continues to Rise in Cuba's Informal Market for Third Consecutive Day
Published on 7/25/2024
![Dollar Price Rises in Cuba for Second Consecutive Day]()
Dollar Price Rises in Cuba for Second Consecutive Day
Published on 7/24/2024
![The Dollar Makes a Comeback in Cuba's Informal Market]()
The Dollar Makes a Comeback in Cuba's Informal Market
Published on 7/23/2024
![Currency Standoff in Cuba Continues for Second Consecutive Day]()
Currency Standoff in Cuba Continues for Second Consecutive Day
Published on 7/22/2024
![Cuban Government Targets Digital Sales, Calls for Strict Enforcement]()
Cuban Government Targets Digital Sales, Calls for Strict Enforcement
Published on 7/20/2024
![Dollar Stabilizes While Euro Continues to Fall in Cuba's Informal Currency Market]()
Dollar Stabilizes While Euro Continues to Fall in Cuba's Informal Currency Market
Published on 7/20/2024
![Cuban Leader Díaz-Canel Declares: "Time to Take Action" on New Regulations for SMEs]()
Cuban Leader Díaz-Canel Declares: "Time to Take Action" on New Regulations for SMEs
Published on 7/20/2024
![Plummeting Value of Dollars, Euros, and MLC in Cuba's Street Market]()
Plummeting Value of Dollars, Euros, and MLC in Cuba's Street Market
Published on 7/19/2024
![Cuban Government Admits Basic Food Basket Shortages Due to Lack of Funding]()
Cuban Government Admits Basic Food Basket Shortages Due to Lack of Funding
Published on 7/19/2024
![Cubans Accused of Profiteering from Duty-Free Goods as Government Vows to Stock Stores]()
Cubans Accused of Profiteering from Duty-Free Goods as Government Vows to Stock Stores
Published on 7/18/2024
![The Dollar Responds to New Economic Measures in Cuba's Informal Market]()
The Dollar Responds to New Economic Measures in Cuba's Informal Market
Published on 7/18/2024
![Cuban Government Revokes Import Licenses from 24 Private Companies]()
Cuban Government Revokes Import Licenses from 24 Private Companies
Published on 7/17/2024
![Government Shuts Down 53 Private Businesses in Cuba Over Two Days]()
Government Shuts Down 53 Private Businesses in Cuba Over Two Days
Published on 7/17/2024
![Small Businesses Hide Products Due to Price Caps in Cienfuegos]()
Small Businesses Hide Products Due to Price Caps in Cienfuegos
Published on 7/17/2024
![Cuban Government Imposes Foreign Currency Tariffs on Private Sector Imports]()
Cuban Government Imposes Foreign Currency Tariffs on Private Sector Imports
Published on 7/17/2024
![Manuel Marrero Cruz Denies Crackdown on Private Businesses: "We Are Not Here to Shut Them Down"]()
Manuel Marrero Cruz Denies Crackdown on Private Businesses: "We Are Not Here to Shut Them Down"
Published on 7/17/2024
![Manuel Marrero Claims Unfair Comparison Between MLC Store Prices and Mipymes]()
Manuel Marrero Claims Unfair Comparison Between MLC Store Prices and Mipymes
Published on 7/17/2024
![Cubans on Missions Abroad to Be Allowed Vehicle Imports by Government]()
Cubans on Missions Abroad to Be Allowed Vehicle Imports by Government
Published on 7/17/2024
![Cuban Government Admits Resource Shortage for Rationed Goods but Vows to Maintain Program]()
Cuban Government Admits Resource Shortage for Rationed Goods but Vows to Maintain Program
Published on 7/17/2024
![Bus Graveyard in Santiago de Cuba Sparks Outrage on Social Media]()
Bus Graveyard in Santiago de Cuba Sparks Outrage on Social Media
Published on 7/16/2024
![Economist Criticizes Council of Ministers Meeting: "Reveals a Government Stuck in Worn-Out Rhetoric"]()
Economist Criticizes Council of Ministers Meeting: "Reveals a Government Stuck in Worn-Out Rhetoric"
Published on 7/1/2024
![Cuban Police and Lawyers to Train in Russia, Justice Minister Announces]()
Cuban Police and Lawyers to Train in Russia, Justice Minister Announces
Published on 6/30/2024
![Authorities Dismantle Corruption Network Misappropriating Millions in Guantánamo]()
Authorities Dismantle Corruption Network Misappropriating Millions in Guantánamo
Published on 6/26/2024
![Cuban Prime Minister Marrero Cruz Exposes Alleged Strategy Behind Deterioration of State-Owned Enterprises]()
Cuban Prime Minister Marrero Cruz Exposes Alleged Strategy Behind Deterioration of State-Owned Enterprises
Published on 6/26/2024
![Manuel Marrero Calls for Stricter Measures Amid "War Economy" Conditions]()
Manuel Marrero Calls for Stricter Measures Amid "War Economy" Conditions
Published on 6/24/2024
![State-Run Collection Agency Owes Over Five Million Pesos to Cienfuegos Farmers]()
State-Run Collection Agency Owes Over Five Million Pesos to Cienfuegos Farmers
Published on 6/23/2024
![Manuel Marrero Accuses Small Business Owners of Spreading Corruption and Profiteering]()
Manuel Marrero Accuses Small Business Owners of Spreading Corruption and Profiteering
Published on 6/23/2024
![Frei Betto Urges Cubans to Grow Food Even on Windowsills]()
Frei Betto Urges Cubans to Grow Food Even on Windowsills
Published on 6/22/2024
![Manuel Marrero Criticizes State Transport Workers: "If There's No Fuel, There's None for Anyone"]()
Manuel Marrero Criticizes State Transport Workers: "If There's No Fuel, There's None for Anyone"
Published on 6/18/2024
![Manuel Marrero Urges Eurasian Union to Boost Projects with Cuba]()
Manuel Marrero Urges Eurasian Union to Boost Projects with Cuba
Published on 6/4/2024
![Cuban Man Falls from Fourth Floor While Robbing Apartment in Gibara]()
Cuban Man Falls from Fourth Floor While Robbing Apartment in Gibara
Published on 6/3/2024
![Cuban Government Admits Failure in Combating Crime]()
Cuban Government Admits Failure in Combating Crime
Published on 6/1/2024
![Sentencing and Fines Imposed on Over 30 Illegal Gold Miners in Cuba]()
Sentencing and Fines Imposed on Over 30 Illegal Gold Miners in Cuba
Published on 5/27/2024
![CADECA Refutes Rumors About Dollar Sales in Cuba]()
CADECA Refutes Rumors About Dollar Sales in Cuba
Published on 5/27/2024
![U.S. Denies Humanitarian Parole for Son of Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz]()
U.S. Denies Humanitarian Parole for Son of Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz
Published on 5/23/2024
![Government Approves New Social Security Regulations for Cuban Workers Abroad]()
Government Approves New Social Security Regulations for Cuban Workers Abroad
Published on 5/21/2024
