UN pushes fuel solutions for Cuba amid US talksFrancisco Pichon, the UN coordinator in Cuba, warns of a "potential loss of life" if the island's fuel reserves are exhausted. (Photo: AFP)HAVANA - The United Nations has proposed an emergency plan for crisis-hit Cuba, including tracking fuel use, amid talks with the United States on allowing energy imports for humanitarian services, a UN official said Wednesday. “The feasibility and implementation of this action plan obviously depend on fuel solutions,” he said. The UN has been in talks with Washington to allow fuel in for humanitarian purposes. President Miguel Diaz-Canel has imposed emergency measures to conserve fuel, including strict fuel rationing.

Source: Bangkok Post March 26, 2026 07:42 UTC