Presenting the results of the government program to correct distortions and revitalize the economy to the National Assembly, Marrero emphasized that the defense of the homeland, the protection of the population, and national security are strategic priorities of the Cuban state.

In this regard, he stressed the crucial role of the combatants from the Ministries of the Revolutionary Armed Forces (FAR) and the Interior (Minint), who, in close collaboration with the Party, the Government, and mass organizations, have intensified their training in response to the worsening situation in the region.

Marrero reported that progress is being made in restructuring the central government, with the goal of reducing the number of agencies within the Central State Administration.

In the health sector, he said that despite the actions taken, infant mortality is worsening, with a rate of 9.8 per 1,000 live births, compared to 7.0 in the same period of the previous year.

Meanwhile, in Education, the implementation of the Program to Improve the Quality of the Teaching Process continues.

The Prime Minister noted that one of the greatest national challenges is demographic trends, as Cuba is projected to end 2025 with 9.6 million inhabitants, a figure that will decrease to 7.7 million by 2050.

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