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United States Extends Fourth Offer of Humanitarian Assistance to Cuba

Washington (Sept. 21)—U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez released the following statement regarding the United States’ fourth offer to send humanitarian aid to Cuba: “On Friday, September 19, 2008, the United States extended its fourth offer of aid to the Cuban people who continue to suffer from the destruction of Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. Our most recent offer was in direct response to the Cuban government’s plea for construction materials. In addition to our previous offers, USAID is prepared to deliver, via air and sea, building supplies and shelter kits that could provide temporary and permanent housing that will help 48,000 Cubans. (More)
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September 22, 2008
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