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These transformations do not constitute a deviation from the socialist project

Marrero Cruz: “These transformations do not constitute a deviation from the socialist project; on the contrary, they respond to the inherent logic of its development”

Statement by Manuel Marrero Cruz, Prime Minister of the Republic of Cuba, at the Third Extraordinary Session of the National Assembly of People’s Power in its 10th Legislature

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(Shorthand Versions – Republic of Cuba)

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Comrade Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, leader of the Cuban Revolution;

Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic;

Comrade Esteban Lazo Hernández, President of the National Assembly of People’s Power and of the Council of State;

Commander of the Rebel Army, José Ramón Machado Ventura;

Dear Deputies;

Fellow Cubans:

As we all know, our country is facing one of its most complex moments since the Special Period. A combination of unprecedented U.S. coercive measures against Cuba has been implemented, even leading to the interruption of fuel supplies and all sources of foreign currency revenue. This has logically had a significant impact on the deterioration and instability of the energy infrastructure and, consequently, on the quality of life of millions of Cubans.

We have never denied our own errors and shortcomings; however, this set of factors has consistently influenced the effective implementation of the transformations to our Economic and Social Model, approved at the 6th Party Congress in 2011. These transformations yielded positive results until mid-2019, when the U.S. government substantially intensified its sanctions policy, which was further reinforced in early January 2025.

In this context, the Party and the Government, in the legitimate exercise of their sovereign power, have been promoting measures to reactivate the economy and correct distortions, a process that has been strengthened by the approval of the Government’s Economic and Social Program, validated by our people through popular consultation.

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Cuban Prime Minister

Manuel Marrero Cruz, designated Prime Minister

A government with the people and for the people
Manuel Marrero Cruz, designated Prime Minister by the National Assembly, on the proposal of President Díaz-Canel, has served as Minister of Tourism, leading the development of this key sector for almost 16 years

Granmadecember 26, 2019 16:12:38

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Presenting his proposal for the new Council of Ministers to the National Assembly of People’s Power Ninth Legislature, meeting in its Fourth Period of Ordinary Sessions, December 21, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez stated, “Given its relevance and the role it must play in conducting important processes, an exhaustive analysis was carried out, evaluating the necessary renewal of some members and, on the other hand, maintaining stability that will allow for the body to fulfill its responsibilities, in the complex situation we are all aware of.”

He added that those nominated “have ample experience in leadership, successively occupying different, higher-ranking positions, and also possess other qualities which demonstrate that they are in a position to serve on the Council of Ministers.”

Manuel Marrero Cruz, 56 years of age, was appointed as Prime Minister. He served as Minister of Tourism, over almost 16 years, chosen for this responsibility by Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz.

He is an architect by profession and began his career as project manager in the construction of tourist facilities in Holguín’s northern resort area, holding different management positions at hotels in eastern provinces and in Varadero.

In 1999, he was promoted to the position of first vice president of the Gaviota Tourism Enterprise Group, becoming its chief executive a year later.

Marrero’s career in this field and as a cadre has been characterized by his modesty, honesty, hard work, political sensibility, and loyalty to the Party and the Revolution.

He led the tourism sector in an outstanding fashion, one of the national economy’s key lines of development, which has required constant interaction with other Central State Administration bodies, the enterprise system, and provincial governments. He has likewise accumulated important experience in negotiations with foreign partners and participation in international events, demonstrating his ability, firm principles, and talent for dialogue.