Mexico Stands Firm on Cuban Doctor Program Amid U.S. Pressure
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed the country’s commitment to its agreement with Cuba involving Cuban doctors, despite nearby nations succumbing to U.S. pressure to end similar accords. She hailed the agreement as beneficial, with thousands of Cuban medics serving in underserved Mexican areas since 2022.
MEXICO CITY, March 25 - President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico announced Wednesday that the country will uphold its agreement with Cuba on the engagement of Cuban doctors, as the U.S. pressures neighboring nations to end similar arrangements.
President Sheinbaum emphasized the significance of the bilateral agreement, terming it highly advantageous for Mexico. The program has enabled the deployment of thousands of Cuban medical professionals to underserved regions across Mexico since 2022, and the President reiterated the country's support.
In contrast, other nations in Latin America and the Caribbean have terminated agreements with Cuba under U.S. pressure, with the U.S. labeling the program as exploitative—an accusation refuted by host countries. The U.S. administration under President Trump has also extended visa restrictions on Cuban officials linked to this labor program.
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