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February 12, 2012

Cold War Legacy Fades in Cuba

Arthur Cyr, China Post

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In recent years, the evolution of the Americas toward democratic governments has been striking. As a result, Cuba is more isolated than ever. The Soviet Union, the main source of subsidy, collapsed nearly two decades ago. Venezuela provides much more limited aid.

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TAGGED: Fidel Castro, Raul Castro, Cuba, Cold War

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