Cuba celebrates 50 years of Municipal Assemblies of People's Power

Poder Popular Municipal Assemblies Cuba politics local government 50th anniversary

Cuba is marking the 50th anniversary of the constitution of its Municipal Assemblies of People's Power, which were established nationwide on October 31, 1976. The milestone is being observed through solemn sessions and cultural galas across various provinces, including Santa Clara, Cienfuegos, Matanzas, Granma, Isla de la Juventud, Colón, Puerto Padre, and Las Tunas.

National leaders, including Esteban Lazo, President of the National Assembly of People's Power, and Prime Minister Manuel Marrero, participated in commemorative events. The assemblies serve as the highest local state authority, with delegates elected directly by neighbors in open assemblies rather than being nominated by political parties.

During the celebrations, numerous delegates and workers were recognized for their long-term service. Notable honors were given to founding delegates who have maintained their roles for five decades, such as Luis Palmero Hernández in Cumanayagua and Nilson Reynaldo Cruz in Puerto Padre. The anniversary highlights the institutionalized role of these local bodies in managing community affairs and representing citizens within the Cuban political structure.

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Alexander Cala · Communist Party of Cuba · Cuba · Esteban Lazo · Fidel Castro · Guantánamo · Manuel Marrero · Municipal Assemblies of People's Power · National Assembly of People's Power · Roberto Morales

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[○ 1 SOURCE] In Puerto Padre, Nilson Reynaldo Cruz received recognition for 50 years of service in local People's Power organs. www.tiempo21.cu
[● 3 SOURCES] Cuba is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its local People's Power organs. www.cmhw.cu · www.tiempo21.cu
[○ 1 SOURCE] José Antonio Pacheco, Ignacio Abreu Martínez, and Delvis Moya Machado were awarded the Illustrious Son of the City distinction in Santa Clara. www.cmhw.cu
[○ 1 SOURCE] Eighteen delegates in Santa Clara received the Commemorative 50th Anniversary Seal from the National Assembly. www.cmhw.cu
[○ 1 SOURCE] In Santa Clara, 111 delegates were awarded the 50th Anniversary condition. www.cmhw.cu
[○ 1 SOURCE] José René Pimentel Fernández and Iraida Curró Basulto have served as delegates in Camagüey for 50 years.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Paco Cabrera Commemorative Plaque was awarded to Ángel Manuel Tundidor Bermúdez, Lidia Waldina Álvarez Santiago, and Rosa María Ramírez Reyes in Puerto Padre. www.tiempo21.cu