Overview of Cuba's Demographics, Economy, and Historical Context
This document provides a comprehensive analysis of Cuba's demographic composition, economic situation, and historical events shaping the nation. As of July 2010, Cuba's population was estimated at 11.4 million, with a racial makeup of 10% Black, 65% White, and 25% Mulatto. The economy is characterized by its main industries, including fishing, sugar, and tobacco, with significant dependency on exports. It also highlights social challenges, including human rights issues and economic conditions. Key historical milestones such as the Cuban Revolution and U.S. relations are discussed, offering context to the current state of affairs.
Overview of Cuba's Demographics, Economy, and Historical Context
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Riley Mehring Ashley Rotonto Cuba
Statistics • Population Breakup (2002) • Black: 10% • White: 65% • Mulatto: 25% • Spanish • Natives Taíno • 11,451,652 (July 2010 est.) • 0-14 years: 18.3% • 15-64 years: 70.4% • 65 years and over: 11.2% (2010 est.)
Demographics • Unemployment • Standard Workweek- 44 Hours • 1.7% (2009 est.) • 1.6% (2008 est.) • Lower Rates Than Most Latin American Countries • Wealth Distribution • Average Worker- 400 Pesos • Doctor- 700 Pesos
Leadership • Communist Government • Head of Government • Raul Castro • Spain Rule Until • December 10,1898 • Independence from U.S. • May 20, 1902
Current Issues • Emigration • 2 Million Cuban Immigrants in the U.S. • Human Rights • Limited Freedom of Speech • Bad Working Conditions • Economic Situation • Dependent • Black Market • Poor Living Conditions
Main Industries • Fishing • 23% of Cuba’s Exports • Tuna, Hake, Needlefish • Sugar • 27% of Cuban Export • Traditional Economy Based Upon
Main Industries Cont. • Tobacco • 9% of Cuba’s Exports • Accounts for $240 million • 13% of Cubans in Manufacturing are Employed by Tobacco Companies Tobacco Export Regions
Historical Events • Independence from Spain • Invasion of Guantanamo Bay • Treaty of Paris Ended Spanish rule • Revolution of Cuba 1950’s • Former President Batista then Fidel Castro Took Power • Thousands Killed- Hundreds of Thousands Fled • Rule of Fidel Castro (1959-2008) • Socialist/Communist State • Bad U.S. Relations Began
Relations with U.S. • Hostile • Travel Restrictions • Embargo Since 1960 • Fidel Castro & Missile Crisis • Diplomatic Isolation Since 1961
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