On October 12, local time, Cuban President Diaz Caner denounced the impact of US sanctions on Cuban food production and distribution at the 2026 World Food Forum. He said that the food crisis in Cuba is not only due to environmental factors or market fluctuations, but is also closely related to the economic, commercial and financial blockade that has lasted more than 60 years. The measures restricted market access, access to technology, access to finance, and the supply of basic materials such as fuel, and pointed out that the energy siege that began in early 2026 “made the situation more complicated” and directly affected food processing, refrigeration, transportation, and distribution. Faced with the challenge, the Cuban Government chose to increase domestic food production, promote regional development and innovation, and promote the energy transformation of the local food system. He also thanked the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations for its support to Cuba, which he believes will help strengthen Cuba's ability to cope with climate change.

On October 12, local time, Cuban President Diaz Caner denounced the impact of US sanctions on food production and distribution in Cuba at the 2026 World Food Forum. He said that the food crisis in Cuba is not only due to environmental factors or market fluctuations, but is also closely related to the economic, commercial and financial blockade that has lasted more than 60 years. The measures restricted market access, access to technology, access to finance, and the supply of basic materials such as fuel, and pointed out that the energy siege that began in early 2026 “made the situation more complicated” and directly affected food processing, refrigeration, transportation, and distribution. Faced with the challenge, the Cuban Government chose to increase domestic food production, promote regional development and innovation, and promote the energy transformation of the local food system. He also thanked the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations for its support to Cuba, which he believes will help strengthen Cuba's ability to cope with climate change.