Havana's High-Stakes Overhaul: Cuban Reforms Tied to Washington's Wary Eye

Havana is embarking on a significant economic overhaul, introducing reforms such as currency unification, expanded private enterprise, and state sector recalibration. These changes, deemed the most substantial since the 1990s' 'Special Period,' aim to revitalize Cuba's struggling socialist economy. However, the success and viability of these ambitious plans are critically dependent on the United States' unpredictable and often adversarial stance, particularly under the current Trump administration. Experts emphasize that without a shift in Washington's policy of economic pressure and isolation, Cuba's reforms face a high risk of failure, potentially leaving the island nation in a precarious economic situation.