During the IX Plenum of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, leader Miguel Díaz-Canel expressed confidence that Cuba will eventually overcome its current economic and social crisis. However, he notably refrained from specifying a timeline for this recovery.
"When we visit municipalities where things are working well not as exceptions but as the norm, it shows us that we have the potential to overcome this situation, but it requires hard work. We are being shown this by groups with specific leadership qualities who have approached problems differently, choosing action over lamentation," he stated, without offering further details. "We have faced moments when even with harsher blockades, we have managed to persevere," Díaz-Canel added.
He emphasized the significance of making visits to the grassroots level to "connect with the people" and closely assess both challenges and "progress." Yet, he did not indicate when improvements might begin for the population, nor did he outline a clear, reliable strategy that could offer hope for the future.
Díaz-Canel suggested maintaining the four current priorities for the coming year, which have so far shown little success: strengthening national unity, enhancing political-ideological efforts, correcting economic distortions, and addressing social deviations. According to him, these areas are crucial for "advancement" in a country that is facing a total collapse across various sectors.
The promise that the crisis will be resolved has become a recurring theme in Díaz-Canel's statements, particularly during visits to provinces where he has occasionally encountered discontented families.
Understanding Cuba's Economic Crisis
What are the main causes of Cuba's economic crisis?
Cuba's economic crisis is primarily attributed to the long-standing U.S. embargo, inefficient economic policies, and recent global challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Has Díaz-Canel provided a specific plan for economic recovery?
Miguel Díaz-Canel has not provided a detailed plan or timeline for Cuba's economic recovery, focusing instead on maintaining current priorities.
What are the four priorities Díaz-Canel mentioned?
The four priorities are strengthening national unity, improving political-ideological efforts, correcting economic distortions, and addressing social deviations.