China offers solar support to blackout-hit Cuba as Trump says he would “take” island

China is stepping in with solar support as Cuba faces a prolonged blackout and rising U.S. pressure.

China’s new ambassador to Cuba readies for work. Image via CGTN America (YouTube)

China is offering solar energy support to Cuba as the island faces a nationwide power outage triggered by a grid shutdown linked to fuel shortages under the U.S. oil embargo. China’s Ambassador to Cuba Hua Xin said Monday that joint energy projects are underway to address w…