The Central Bank of Cuba published an international news item relaying the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs' account that the United Nations World Food Programme Executive Board approved a cooperation program with Cuba for 2026 to 2030. The item presents the outcome as a setback for US efforts to block food assistance to Cuba and says the program will provide USD 116 million for food security. According to the item, the Executive Board approved the program by 29 votes in favor and two against, allowing the World Food Programme to maintain cooperation with Cuba over the 2026 to 2030 period. The text places the decision in the context of what it describes as increased US pressure and an energy squeeze on the island.
Central Bank of Cuba2026-06-26
Central Bank of Cuba republishes Foreign Ministry statement on World Food Programme approval of USD 116 million Cuba cooperation program
The Central Bank of Cuba published a brief item echoing the Cuban Foreign Ministry's statement that the United Nations World Food Programme Executive Board approved a 2026 to 2030 cooperation program with Cuba worth USD 116 million for food security. According to the item, the measure passed by 29 votes to two despite US opposition.