The Cuban regime approved four new decree laws this Monday, including a significant regulation concerning the social security of Cuban workers contracted abroad while maintaining residency in Cuba.
The decree law, titled "Special Social Security Regime for Workers Individually Contracted to Work Abroad," establishes a special social security regime for workers residing in Cuba who independently secure employment outside the national territory.
This information was reported by the Cuban News Agency (ACN), which did not provide further details, including the effective date of the new regulation. According to the agency, these specifics will be published "in due time." As of this writing, none of the new decree laws have been published in the Official Gazette. It remains unclear whether the regulation will affect repatriated Cubans who live and work abroad.
Other Decrees and Economic Measures
During the Council of State meeting focused on "correcting distortions and revitalizing the Cuban economy with rigor and comprehensiveness," three additional decree laws were approved. Among them is a modification to Decree Law 56 on "Maternity of the Worker and Family Responsibility," which has been in force since October 2021.
A report by the National Television News outlined the meeting's agenda but did not reveal the content of the new laws. The session was attended by President Miguel Díaz-Canel, Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz, and National Assembly President Esteban Lazo Hernández.
Regarding the modification of Decree Law 56, Marta Elena Feitó Cabrera, the Minister of Labor and Social Security, specified that the approved change extends the social benefit period (maternity leave) to 15 months for the child.
The two other decree laws, "On International Commercial Arbitration and Mediation" and "On the Compensation Fund," were also approved during the meeting. The official information did not detail the content of these decrees but assured they were aimed at reorganizing "issues with greater impact on the population, such as those affecting the reactivation of productive capacities and the generation of foreign currency income for the country."
FAQs on New Cuban Social Security Regulations
In light of the new social security regulations approved by the Cuban government, here are some frequently asked questions and answers to provide further clarity on the subject.
What is the new special social security regime for Cuban workers abroad?
The new regime is designed for Cuban workers who reside in Cuba but secure employment independently outside the national territory. It establishes a special social security system for these individuals.
When will the new regulation take effect?
The effective date of the new regulation has not been specified yet. Details are expected to be published in the Official Gazette "in due time," according to the Cuban News Agency (ACN).
Will the new regulation affect repatriated Cubans working abroad?
It is currently unclear whether the new regulation will impact repatriated Cubans who live and work abroad, as no specific details have been provided on this matter.