Overview
- President Claudia Sheinbaum, who addressed the issue Thursday, rejected claims that Cuba asked Mexico to hide shipment data and said her government has nothing to hide.
- She said Mexico will continue sending fuel and humanitarian aid under commercial terms and will review export records for public release.
- She explained that oil and fuel exports to Cuba are longstanding, follow standard trade rules, and can lead to payment arrears under those contracts.
- She added that the support will not reduce fuel available to Mexican consumers.
- Recent operations included more than 814 tonnes of food and basic goods sent on two Navy ships from Veracruz, according to Mexico’s Foreign Ministry.