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The Trump administration has escalated its economic campaign against Cuba, paving the way for U.S. sanctions on several key sectors of the island's economy, including electronics, manufacturing, marine, and technology. The sanctions also target Chinese-based suppliers to Havana's military forces. Eight entities and two individuals were targeted, including China National Electronic Import and Export Company and Beijing H&C Technologies, accused of procuring weapons and selling surveillance and security equipment to the Cuban government. This move is part of a broader effort by President Donald Trump and his allies to force political change in Havana, despite the country's ongoing economic and energy crisis.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Cuba's ruling elite is hoarding the island's energy, shipping, and technology resources for their own enrichment, leaving the Cuban people to deal with blackouts, shortages, and a stagnant economy. The U.S. campaign against Cuba has intensified in recent months, with public spats between their representatives at the United Nations and on social media. Last week, the U.N.
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