Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero has publicly condemned what he describes as subversive activities and economic manipulation orchestrated against Cuba through a U.S.-supported publication. In a series of social media posts, Marrero revealed that the digital outlet El Toque is linked to U.S. government institutions, including the National Endowment for Democracy, USAID, and the State Department. He asserted that these connections confirm El Toque’s role as a tool for undermining Cuba’s economic stability and depressing the income levels of its citizens. Marrero’s statements align with previous accusations by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, who has highlighted the financing of digital media to devalue the Cuban peso. The Prime Minister also emphasized ongoing efforts by the Central Bank of Cuba to establish a transparent and orderly official exchange market. This initiative aims to reflect the true state of the economy and counteract destabilizing forces. Earlier this month, Cuba accused the U.S. government of executing a comprehensive economic warfare program designed to disrupt the nation’s constitutional order. The allegations, detailed on the program Razones de Cuba, specifically targeted currency trafficking and tax evasion schemes involving Cuban-origin operators based in the U.S. and other countries. El Toque was directly implicated as a manipulated media outlet despite its claims of independence.
