Cuba

After the severe recession of the previous year, the Cuban economy rallied by 2% in 1988, but the levels of the social and per capita product continued to be lower than those of the 1985-1986 period. The shortage of freely convertible foreign currency became still more severe, mainly as a result of the contraction in the flow of credits, and this made it necessary to enter into arrears in external debt servicing. This situation was compounded by the growing problems arising in the trade with socialist countries, largely because of the economic restructuring undertaken in some of the latter. Furthermore, the deficit in the State finances nearly doubled.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions