What type of government and economy does Cuba have?
The economy of Cuba is a mixed planned economy dominated by state-run enterprises. The government of Cuba owns and operates most industries and most of the labor force is employed by the state.
Who is governing Cuba?
President of Cuba
| President of the Republic of Cuba | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Miguel Díaz-Canel since 19 April 2018 | |
| Council of State | |
| Style | Mr President (informal) His Excellency (diplomatic) |
| Status | Head of state |
Which political party is Cuba run by?
Cuba is a single-party authoritarian regime, led by the Communist Party of Cuba, where political opposition is not permitted. No party is allowed to campaign or endorse candidates for election, including the Communist Party.
Why is Cuba protesting?
A series of protests against the Cuban government and the ruling Communist Party of Cuba began on 11 July 2021, triggered by a shortage of food and medicine and the government’s response to the resurgent COVID-19 pandemic in Cuba.
What does the Communist Party of Cuba stand for?
The Communist Party of Cuba (Spanish: Partido Comunista de Cuba, PCC) is the sole ruling party of the Republic of Cuba. The party leads a one-party authoritarian regime in Cuba where dissidence and political opposition are prohibited and repressed.
When did Cuba become a republic?
U.S. Recognition of Cuban Independence, 1902. Following the defeat of Spain in 1898, the United States remained in Cuba as an occupying power until the Republic of Cuba was formally installed on May 19, 1902.
Who governed Cuba before Batista?
| Fulgencio Batista | |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Gustavo Cuervo Rubio |
| Preceded by | Federico Laredo Brú |
| Succeeded by | Ramón Grau |
| Cuban Senator |