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Entrevista CNN: vice primer ministro de Cuba defiende reformas económicas y niega que respondan a presión de EE.UU.
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 3, 2026
· 5 min read
Por Juan Carlos López y Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN en Español
El vice primer ministro y ministro de Comercio Exterior e Inversión Extranjera de Cuba, Óscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, defendió el reciente paquete de reformas económicas aprobado en la isla y negó que responda a presiones externas, en medio de...
Key takeaway A propuesta del Gobierno del presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel, la Asamblea Nacional avaló en total 176 medidas reunidas en 23 ejes, principalmente relacionados con temas económicos, sociales y de organización del aparato del Estado.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The economic reforms in Cuba have implications for El Paso , given the city's historical and cultural ties to the island nation. As Cuba seeks to open its economy, El Paso's business community may see opportunities for trade and investment. The city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its experience in international trade could make it a hub for companies looking to do business with Cuba. However, the embargo imposed by the US since the 1960s remains a significant obstacle. El Paso's congressional representatives may play a role in shaping US policy towards Cuba, which could impact the city's economic ties to the island. As Cuba's government works to attract foreign investment, El Paso's business leaders and officials will be watching closely to see how these reforms develop and how they might benefit the local economy. The city's unique position on the border makes it a key player in any potential trade relationships between the US and Cuba.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Por Juan Carlos López y Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN en Español
El vice primer ministro y ministro de Comercio Exterior e Inversión Extranjera de Cuba, Óscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, defendió el reciente paquete de reformas económicas aprobado en la isla y negó que responda a presiones externas, en medio de...
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