Cuba increases its imports from the US amid dependence and a booming private sector
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In 2026, Cuban import statistics show a record-setting and sustained increase in goods purchased from the United States market, according to reports from Havana dated September 12.
This growth in trade highlights a dual dynamic for the island nation. On one hand, it reinforces Cuba's reliance on the United States for essential supplies such as fuels and consumer goods. On the other hand, the surge coincides with a period of growth for Cuba's private sector.
The development illustrates shifting economic ties between the two countries, driven by import needs and domestic market changes within Cuba.
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