Miguel Díaz-Canel, the Cuban leader, reiterated that the situation in Cuba is "challenging" and once again emphasized that the problems are "not insurmountable" during a Council of Ministers meeting, where he failed to present concrete solutions to tackle the crisis affecting the country.
"The moment is difficult, but difficult does not mean insurmountable. We must have the capacity and the conviction that we can overcome this moment," he stated.
During the meeting, Díaz-Canel highlighted the importance of teamwork and the need for everyone to feel part of the Revolution's leadership process, from the municipal level to the national level, as reported by the officialist portal Cubadebate.
He stressed the importance of proper preparation and thorough analysis to avoid improvisation and find solutions to the country's problems. However, the president did not provide specific details on the measures to be implemented to overcome the current economic crisis.
Instead, he called for unity and inspiration from the revolutionary work and the old slogan "Yes, we can!" attributed to Raúl Castro.
Díaz-Canel mentioned that around thirty projections are being organized to correct distortions and boost the Cuban economy starting in September. He also highlighted the need to advance in organizing relationships between the state and non-state sectors, control prices, eliminate tax evasion, and increase state budget revenues.
His statements come at a time when urgent solutions are needed for issues like food shortages, inflation, and the lack of basic resources in the country.
In a country where the population faces daily challenges to meet their basic needs, Díaz-Canel's words are perceived as insufficient and disconnected from reality. In recent months, the president has repeatedly invoked the discourse of "creative resistance" to encourage the population to continue enduring the perpetual crisis that Cuban families are surviving.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cuba's Current Crisis
Here we address some common questions about the ongoing economic and social challenges in Cuba and the statements made by President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
What did Díaz-Canel say about the current situation in Cuba?
Díaz-Canel acknowledged that the situation is challenging but insisted that the problems are not insurmountable. He emphasized the need for teamwork and unity to overcome the difficulties.
Did Díaz-Canel offer any specific solutions to the economic crisis?
No, Díaz-Canel did not provide specific solutions during the Council of Ministers meeting. Instead, he called for unity and proper preparation to find solutions.
What are some of the issues currently affecting Cuba?
Cuba is facing problems such as food shortages, inflation, and a lack of basic resources, which have made daily life difficult for the population.