Cuba’s Uncertain Future: Crisis, Change, and the Future of the Island
Cuba is facing one of the most severe economic and political crises in its modern history. Widespread power outages, fuel shortages, food insecurity, inflation, and continued corruption have placed enormous pressure on Cuban society. At the same time, the United States has significantly intensified sanctions and economic pressure on the Cuban government, while debate continues over whether these policies will encourage reform, deepen hardship, or accelerate political change.
Join us for a timely and candid conversation examining Cuba's future from multiple perspectives. Featuring voices representing differing views on the Cuban government, alongside academic analysis and moderated discussion, this program will explore the island's economic challenges, political realities, U.S.-Cuba relations, and the implications for Cubans on the island and throughout the diaspora.
As home to one of the largest Cuban-American communities in the United States, Louisville offers a unique setting for a thoughtful and respectful dialogue on an issue that resonates both globally and locally.
Featured Panelists:
Luis Fuentes
Alejandro Pousa
Julie Bunck
As a nonpartisan organization dedicated to informed public dialogue, the World Affairs Council convenes conversations that help our community understand the forces shaping our world, especially in moments when events are moving quickly.
Join us for a timely conversation that will provide context, perspective, and thoughtful discussion during a rapidly evolving crisis.
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Please note: The World Affairs Council of Kentucky & So. Indiana (WAC) provides a platform for open dialogue and exchange on global issues. Views expressed in WAC programs are those of the speakers and participants and do not represent the official positions of WAC. As a nonpartisan, nonpolitical organization, WAC’s mission is to foster informed discussion and greater understanding of international affairs, without endorsing any particular viewpoint.