Raúl Castro

Cuban politician and 18th President of Cuba

Raúl Castro - Cuban politician and 18th President of Cuba
Born

June 3rd, 1931
94 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Cuba

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Served as a commander in the Cuban Revolution alongside Fidel Castro. Assumed leadership of the Cuban government after Fidel's retirement in 2008. Played a significant role in the development of policies aimed at economic reforms and modernizing the Cuban economy. Negotiated diplomatic relations with the United States, leading to the re-establishment of embassies in both nations. Resigned from the presidency in 2018, marking the end of an era for Cuban leadership.

Led Cuba as President from 2008 to 2018

Played a key role in the Cuban Revolution

Established diplomatic relations with the US

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