The newly appointed secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) in Las Tunas, Walter Simón Noris, reprimanded the province's leaders, stating that "everything is unfulfilled" in that territory. "People need to get it into their heads that plans are sacred, and plans are to be followed," Simón Noris declared during a Government Council meeting where he chastised the province's failures.
In a report by local television station Tunas Visión, he emphasized that Las Tunas "is an agricultural and sugarcane-producing province, so the foundation of the rest of the economy here is built on that system. Thus, all our agricultural efforts are failing."
Simón Noris enumerated the failures, including issues with contracting, marketing, meat production, milk production, planting, and various crops. "All of these are failing, so how are we supposed to advance in this province?" he questioned.
He also demanded an analysis of these failures from his direct subordinates. "Do you know what it means when people fail and nothing happens?" he remarked, referring to the role of leaders in management. He pointed out that those directing production bases "sometimes don't know how to respond" about their own failures.
Simón Noris took over the PCC leadership in Las Tunas just over a month ago, coming from a similar executive position in Camagüey. The Cuban government appointed him to replace Manuel René Pérez Gallego, who had held the post since June 2019.
Understanding the Issues in Las Tunas' Governance
In light of the recent criticisms by Walter Simón Noris, several questions arise regarding the governance and management in Las Tunas. Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
Why did Walter Simón Noris criticize the leaders in Las Tunas?
Walter Simón Noris criticized the leaders in Las Tunas because he observed widespread failures in meeting the province's plans, particularly in agricultural and economic sectors.
What specific areas did Simón Noris identify as failing?
Simón Noris highlighted failures in contracting, marketing, meat production, milk production, planting, and various other crops as areas where the province was falling short.
Who did Walter Simón Noris replace as the PCC secretary in Las Tunas?
Walter Simón Noris replaced Manuel René Pérez Gallego, who had been serving as the PCC secretary in Las Tunas since June 2019.