The provision, approved by the National Assembly of People’s Power during its last regular session, seeks to reorganize, resize, and refine the structure of the Central State Administration.

The goal is to enhance the effectiveness of administrative functions, drawing upon experience gained from the application of previous regulations.

The legal text defines the composition, designation, mission, and powers of the ministries and other entities that make up this structure, which comprises 20 ministries.

The institutions included are the ministries of Agriculture and Food; Trade and Foreign Investment; Economy and Finance; Higher Education, Science, and Innovation; Environment, Habitat, and Water Resources; and Industries and Construction.

The regulation also encompasses the Central Bank of Cuba, as well as any other entities granted such status by law or decree-law.

The Law governs the organization and operation of these entities, their management structures, subordinate or affiliated bodies, and their territorial delegations and representative offices. It further establishes the general and specific functions of each institution, along with the responsibilities of their leadership.

The principles underpinning the organization of the Central State Administration include public interest, effectiveness, efficiency, objectivity, coordination, cooperation, and service to the general interest.

The provision also mandates that these entities—along with their leadership, officials, and employees—must act in accordance with the law, keep close ties with the public, address their concerns, and respond to their complaints and requests in compliance with legal requirements.

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