British citizens were able to take flights home after both governments reached an agreement on their repatriation.[2] 30 July – The government announces economic reforms giving more freedom to private businesses.[3] 1 September COVID-19 pandemic: Cuba establishes a curfew and other strict measures to deal with the spread of the virus.[4] U.S. President Donald Trump orders Marriott Hotels & Resorts to close its operations in Cuba.[5] 14 September – COVID-19 pandemic: With the addition of 12 health workers in Togo, Cuba has sent 4,000 health workers to 40 countries during the pandemic. Human Rights Watch and the government of the United States have complained because the workers involved have received only a small part of the money paid by the host countries; Cuba sees this as a type of tax to finance its universal health care. Cuba reports 4,684 cases and 108 deaths related to the virus.[6] November – Hurricane Eta 10 December – President Miguel Diaz-Canel says Cuba will eliminate its dual-exchange rate in January and have a fixed exchange rate of 24 pesos/US dollar.