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Mexico Boosts Oil Shipments to Cuba Amid U.S. Scrutiny

1/14/2026

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico is a key oil supplier to Cuba after the U.S. seized Venezuelan oil, with shipments rising since 2023 despite U.S. lawmakers’ scrutiny.
The U.S. government reportedly weighs using the USMCA review to pressure Mexico over oil exports to Cuba.
Cuba faces severe energy shortages from the loss of Venezuelan support and U.S. sanctions, while Cuban officials insist Cuba may import oil without U.S. interference.

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico is a key oil supplier to Cuba after the U.S. seized Venezuelan oil, with shipments rising since 2023 despite U.S. lawmakers’ scrutiny.
The U.S. government reportedly weighs using the USMCA review to pressure Mexico over oil exports to Cuba.
Cuba faces severe energy shortages from the loss of Venezuelan support and U.S. sanctions, while Cuban officials insist Cuba may import oil without U.S. interference.