Cuba : Issues for the 112th Congress (R41617) / Mark P. Sullivan.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sullivan, Mark P., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Diplomatics.

Political science.

Cuba--Economic conditions.

Cuba.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (75 pages) : illustrations some color

Place of Publication:

Washington, District of Columbia : Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress, 2012.

Summary:

Cuba remains a one-party communist state with a poor record on human rights. The country's political succession in 2006 from the long-ruling Fidel Castro to his brother Raúl was characterized by a remarkable degree of stability. Congressional interest on Cuba is likely to continue in the 112th Congress, focused on a number of issues, including U.S. sanctions, the human rights situation, Cuba's imprisonment of a U.S. government subcontractor, the status of Cuba's economic reforms, and its offshore oil development. Since the early 1960s, U.S. policy has consisted largely of isolating Cuba through economic sanctions. A second policy component has consisted of support measures for the Cuban people, including U.S.-sponsored broadcasting and support for human rights activists. In light of Fidel Castro's departure as head of government, many observers called for a reexamination of policy. Two broad approaches toward Cuba have been at the center of debate. The first is to maintain the dual-track policy of isolating the Cuban government while providing support to the Cuban people. The second is aimed at changing attitudes in the Cuban government and society through increased engagement. Since taking office, the Obama Administration has lifted restrictions on family travel and remittances, moved to reengage Cuba on several bilateral issues, and eased restrictions on other types of purposeful travel and remittances. The Administration has criticized Cuba's repression of dissidents, but has welcomed the release of political prisoners.

Contents:

Recent developments

Introduction

Cuba's political and economic situation

U.S. policy toward Cuba

Issues in U.S.-Cuban relations

Legislative initiatives in the 112th Congress

Legislation in the 111th Congress.

Notes:

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