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Generational Shift
Raúl Castro stepped down after nearly six decades of Castro family dominance.
“This is his last day at the head of the Cuban Communist Party”
Miguel Díaz-Canel becomes the first Cuban leader born after the 1959 revolution.
The congress was dubbed the 'Congress of Continuity' to emphasize ideological consistency.
Economic Crisis and Reforms
Cuba faces its worst economic crisis in 30 years.
Food shortages, long lines, and inflation weigh heavily on Cubans.
Economic reform is seen as inevitable despite political continuity.
Legacy and Future
Raúl represented the more practical side of the duo.
“There is a strong contrast with Raúl who rarely appeared in the foreground”
His departure marks more than just the end of a family dynasty.
Cuba stands at a crossroads between past and future.