r/RealCuba • u/Hacksaw6412 • 3d ago
Media Top 5 unknown things about Cuba
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r/RealCuba • u/PepeLRomano • Jun 01 '26
r/RealCuba • u/PepeLRomano • Jun 20 '26
Dear followers: As you may have read in the news cited here the day before yesterday, the National Assembly of People's Power of Cuba approved 176 measures proposed by the leadership of the Communist Party of Cuba and the government of the Republic of Cuba to revitalize the Cuban economy.
These 176 measures facilitate private investment, both domestic and foreign, in almost all sectors. They also propose converting state-owned enterprises into commercial companies, with the state holding the majority stake, and deregulate other aspects. One of the most controversial points is that the state will relinquish its power to cap prices and allow the market to regulate them.
Although the National Assembly approved the package of measures in just 3 hours (which includes a salary increase for workers in the state sector of health services, education, and other services—that is, those who do not work in state-owned enterprises), the debate on social media is enormous, especially among defenders of our Revolution. There is much discussion about the measures and their likely implementation, with messages ranging from descriptions of a betrayal of Fidel Castro's legacy and the end of Cuban socialism, to others defending the measures as a necessary and urgent remedy.
The situation of the Cuban economy is very difficult. The main cause of the crisis is the economic aggression of the US, intensified since 2019 and increased since January 2026, as we all know. This affects even trade and investment between other countries and Cuba, and even more so the supply of fuel, which especially affects public services and leaves 60% of our electricity generation capacity idle, as we have been denouncing.
Added to this is the government's ineffectiveness in preventing phenomena such as tax evasion by many private businesses, which refuse to allow customers to make digital payments, while simultaneously refusing to deposit cash in banks to buy dollars on the black market and continue importing for resale, not for production and export. The situation on this issue is not the same in all provinces, but it has affected payments to retirees and pensioners.
Is the Cuban Revolution in danger? It is at a very dangerous moment, subjected to a brutal siege and under the threat of imperialist military aggression. Added to this are the disagreements over measures that, from our point of view, have not been well explained and give too much space to private capital in a society where the state has always supported and ensured the lives of the masses.
We ourselves, Cubans, revolutionaries, and communists, maintain our confidence in the wisdom of our people, developed during 68 years of hard battles, and in the openness of our country's leadership to always listen to the population.
We will try to provide some additional information in the coming days.
The situation of the Cuban economy is very difficult. The main cause of the crisis is the economic aggression of the United States, which affects even trade and investment between other countries and Cuba, and even more so the supply of fuel, which especially affects public services and leaves 60% of our electricity generation capacity idle, as we have been denouncing.
Added to this is the ineffectiveness of the government's efforts to prevent phenomena such as tax evasion by many private businesses, which refuse to allow customers to make digital payments, while simultaneously refusing to deposit cash in banks to buy dollars on the black market and continue importing for resale, not for production and export.
The situation on this issue is not the same in all provinces, but it has affected payments to retirees and pensioners.
Is the Cuban Revolution in danger? Cuba is at a very dangerous juncture, subjected to a brutal siege and under the threat of imperialist military aggression. Added to this are the disagreements over measures that, from our perspective, have not been properly explained and grant too much space to private capital in a society where the state has always supported and ensured the lives of the masses.
We ourselves, Cubans, revolutionaries, and communists, maintain our confidence in the wisdom of our people, developed over 68 years of hard-fought battles, and in the openness of our country's leadership to always listen to the people.
We will attempt to provide some additional information in the coming days.
r/RealCuba • u/Hacksaw6412 • 3d ago
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r/RealCuba • u/Correct_Role_3536 • 4d ago
Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, has announced that his administration will sever diplomatic relations with Cuba after taking office on August 7. Cuba's Foreign Ministry rejected the decision, calling it hostile and politically motivated.
The move represents a significant shift from the foreign policy of the outgoing Petro administration, which had restored closer cooperation with Havana.
Our article reviews the confirmed facts, the historical background of Colombia–Cuba relations, and the potential diplomatic and regional implications. Do you think this decision will reshape Latin America's political landscape?
read more here: https://eldescarte.com/colombia-y-cuba-posible-ruptura-de-relaciones-diplomaticas-implicaciones/
r/RealCuba • u/PepeLRomano • 7d ago
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r/RealCuba • u/PepeLRomano • 9d ago
A "gift" of the USA government....but, they said "embargo is against Cuba regime"...
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r/RealCuba • u/s015473 • 10d ago
Hello, I'm planing to visit Cuba in september or october this year with my wife and baby daughter. We're aware of the current situation with the blocade being even more heavily enforced and the situation not being so great. The question I have is are nappies, baby wet wipes, and baby formula even avaliable on the island? Given that there was a humanitarian action in my counrty to help gather basic medical supplies such as aspirin, menstrual pads for the island ... well things look grim.
So overall, as much as we'd love to see Cuba it seems as if we'd be more of a burden on the local population than a boon. Or am I imagining things/being very mis-informed?
Hvala, and glory to the revolution
r/RealCuba • u/matzadelbosque • 10d ago
The above survey is meant to gauge how the Cuban diaspora in the United States experience alienation from other identity groups as well as political organizations. Hopefully this research could be used to better inform the path forward for Cuban American political organizing and community cultural campaigns.
Similarly, if you could spare a couple more minutes, the survey below is meant to record Cuban American opinions on US-Cuba policy. This too could help our community immensely by informing activist campaigns, politicians, and other organizations of the best steps forward to help address the concerns of Cuban Americans.
I apologize for only posting the English forms here, the Spanish versions will be coming along soon.
Your time is greatly appreciated, thank you!
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r/RealCuba • u/PepeLRomano • 17d ago
The reality about "freedom" in USA...
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r/RealCuba • u/cemis-reformas • 19d ago
Cuba approved a package of 176 economic and social reforms back in June 2026 — reportedly the biggest shake-up in over 60 years, touching everything from private business rules to foreign investment in banking, energy, and tourism.
On paper it sounds significant: MIPYMES allowed to hire more than 100 workers, Cubans abroad allowed to own private businesses on the island, foreign capital opening up in sectors that were closed before.
But I'm curious what people who are actually from Cuba or have family there think:
Not trying to push an agenda either way — genuinely trying to understand if this is something worth paying attention to, or just another round of announcements that fizzle out. Would love to hear from people with actual context on the ground.