The Republic of Cuba is an island country in the Caribbean that is home to over eleven million citizens. It is one of only enduring socialist states with a Communist government left in the world. The leadership regimes that dictate the island are a reflection of continuing efforts to strengthen its weak democratic system. Daily life is dependent on what the government allows, and what the government does not allow for its people. Throughout history, the dictating Cuban government shaped the principles and cultures of the densely populated area. Since the government claims to be lessening pressure on its people, the once strict political structure may experience reforms to benefit the public. However, it is seen in various cases that the Cuban
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According to Foreign Policy, recent efforts have been made to “save the system”. The government, who previously controlled the entire resident population, claims to be making recent changes to benefit the free market. Raul Castro, the current leader in Cuba, claims that the country “is changing”. Cuba is “expanding free market reforms” and freeing “2,900 [people] in sweeping amnesty”. This includes those who have been sent to prison unjustly for political offenses. Based on this information, it is clear that the government policies of Cuba are recognizing the need for reform.
As seen in The Economist, the Cuban economy is “in a crisis”. Some economists argue that lack of investments is the source of Cubans financial instability. The growth in Cuba’s capital stock “fell to 7.8% of GDP” which caused the economy to plunge into some serious trouble. Without investing properly in stock and engaging in international business, it is hard for a country to create advancements for its …show more content…
The leadership regimes that dictate the island are a reflection of continuing efforts to strengthen its weak government system. Day to day living for the citizens depends on what is allowed by the government. Although various efforts by the government have been made to advance the Cuban society, it is difficult to change the political system that was in place for centuries. The dictating Cuban government shaped the principles and cultures of the densely populated area and continues to do so even today. The government claims to be lessening pressure on its people; yet, the strict political structure will need time and effort to impose different political ideologies within the
According to Foreign Policy, recent efforts have been made to “save the system”. The government, who previously controlled the entire resident population, claims to be making recent changes to benefit the free market. Raul Castro, the current leader in Cuba, claims that the country “is changing”. Cuba is “expanding free market reforms” and freeing “2,900 [people] in sweeping amnesty”. This includes those who have been sent to prison unjustly for political offenses. Based on this information, it is clear that the government policies of Cuba are recognizing the need for reform.
As seen in The Economist, the Cuban economy is “in a crisis”. Some economists argue that lack of investments is the source of Cubans financial instability. The growth in Cuba’s capital stock “fell to 7.8% of GDP” which caused the economy to plunge into some serious trouble. Without investing properly in stock and engaging in international business, it is hard for a country to create advancements for its …show more content…
The leadership regimes that dictate the island are a reflection of continuing efforts to strengthen its weak government system. Day to day living for the citizens depends on what is allowed by the government. Although various efforts by the government have been made to advance the Cuban society, it is difficult to change the political system that was in place for centuries. The dictating Cuban government shaped the principles and cultures of the densely populated area and continues to do so even today. The government claims to be lessening pressure on its people; yet, the strict political structure will need time and effort to impose different political ideologies within the