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Cuba commemorates Fidel Castro's centennial with international tributes

Cuba is holding large-scale political and cultural commemorations to mark the centennial of Fidel Castro's birth. The events, including an international colloquium in Havana, have drawn over 1,500 delegates from 63 countries. During the ceremonies at the Karl Marx Theatre, President Miguel Díaz-Canel called for global anti-imperialist unity and emphasized the ongoing relevance of Castro's legacy.

Raúl Castro, the former president and brother of Fidel, made a notable public appearance at the event, receiving ovations from the crowd. This appearance comes as Cuba navigates a severe economic crisis characterized by food and energy shortages, prompting the government to approve a package of 176 economic reforms aimed at liberalizing the economy.

International leaders and organizations have offered tributes. Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez praised Castro as a leader who transcends time, while Vietnam provided over 3 million euros in support. Conversely, the commemorations have faced criticism from some Cuban citizens and U.S. officials, who point to the economic hardships and political restrictions experienced under the socialist model.

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Cuba · Delcy Rodríguez · Fidel Castro · Karl Marx Theatre · Miguel Díaz-Canel · Raúl Castro

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