EO 14380
Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Cuba
Foreign PolicyNational SecurityEconomy & Trade
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Summary
This executive order declares a national emergency regarding Cuban government actions and policies, citing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy. It authorizes the imposition of additional tariffs on imports from countries that sell or provide oil to Cuba.
Key Points
- 1Declares a national emergency based on alleged Cuban government alignment with Russia, China, Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah, and hosting of foreign military/intelligence facilities
- 2Cites Cuban government human rights violations, persecution of political opponents, and restrictions on free speech and press
- 3Authorizes implementation of a tariff system imposing additional duties on imports from countries that directly or indirectly sell or provide oil to Cuba
- 4Invokes the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and National Emergencies Act (NEA) as legal authority
- 5Characterizes the Cuban government as supporting terrorism and destabilizing the Western Hemisphere through migration and violence
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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