Cuban minister resigns after suggesting beggars are pretending
Summary
Marta Elena Feito Cabrera, Cuba's Minister of Labour and Social Security, resigned after stating there are no actual beggars in Cuba, only people pretending to be homeless. The resignation followed her controversial remarks, which drew widespread criticism amid the country's economic challenges.Key Facts
- Marta Elena Feito Cabrera was the Cuban Labour and Social Security Minister.
- She claimed there are no real beggars in Cuba, suggesting they were only pretending.
- Her comments led to widespread criticism, and she resigned after acknowledging her mistakes.
- Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel criticized the lack of sensitivity in handling poverty issues.
- The US trade embargo against Cuba, dating back to 1960, is blamed for many of the country's economic problems.
- Cuba has been experiencing an energy crisis and blackouts recently due to reduced Venezuelan oil supplies.
- The US recently imposed sanctions on Cuban President Diaz-Canel and a luxury hotel in Havana.
- Tourism plays a vital role in Cuba's economy, with millions of visitors every year.
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