Uruguay's UTE to send solar panels to Cuba; opposition director calls it support for the regime

Uruguay's state-owned electricity company, UTE, has approved the donation of 99 solar panels to Cuba for residential use. The decision, passed by a four-to-one vote, has drawn criticism from one board member representing the National Party, Darío Castiglioni.

Castiglioni voiced strong opposition, calling the donation "testimonial" as it would only benefit approximately 25 families. He questioned UTE's president, Andrea Cabrera, about who would cover the shipping costs, to which she reportedly responded with uncertainty. Castiglioni also raised concerns about the lack of a legal review for the donation's viability and whether UTE would maintain a stock of panels for domestic needs or replacements.

"We will never agree to deliver this material to the Cuban regime with resources from all Uruguayans," Castiglioni stated. He suggested the donation was motivated by a desire to "be supportive of the regime" rather than a genuine need, implying other countries might also require such aid. The initiative originated from Ximena Caporale, a director from the Broad Front coalition and a member of the Communist Party. The panels are valued at approximately $9,000 and will be shipped by sea.

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