This is how the Cuban regime spends resources to ensure the March of the Fighting People

Amid the profound socioeconomic crisis in Cuba, the Cuban regime continues to allocate significant resources to ensure the execution of the so-called "March of the Combatant People," scheduled for December 20 in Havana.

As an example of the expenses involved in the propaganda event, the Municipal Assembly of People's Power (AMPP) of Centro Habana held a "plenary" meeting at the Teatro América to coordinate the political organization of the event, as was promoted on their social media, sharing images of the turnout achieved.

"Plenary session for the political assurance of the revolutionary people's combat march on December 20. Right now, the Teatro América is filled with committed residents of Centro Habana. We will be there #WithTheStrengthOfUnity," posted on Facebook by the municipal government.

With a capacity of 1,775 spectators, the Teatro América was nearly at full capacity during the session. The attendees, mostly representatives from the so-called "mass organizations," local government officials, authorities, and Communist Party militants, committed to ensuring the success of the march, according to the AMPP of Centro Habana.

However, this show of strength takes place in a context marked by a rapid decline in living conditions on the island.

Cuba is facing one of the worst economic crises in its recent history, marked by shortages of food, medicine, and fuel, as well as a widespread collapse of basic services. The population is dealing with prolonged blackouts, inefficient public transportation, and skyrocketing prices due to rampant inflation.

In this context, the organization of the march has sparked criticism both domestically and abroad. The use of state resources to fund a political event while the majority of Cubans struggle to survive is viewed as a complete disconnection between government priorities and the actual needs of the people.

Large quantities of diesel are expected to be used to light streets and transport protesters from various provinces. This expenditure stands in stark contrast to the reality of constant blackouts and entire neighborhoods plunged into darkness due to a lack of fuel for electricity generation.

Analysts believe that propaganda events like this march aim to project an image of internal strength and political cohesion, attempting to divert attention from the structural crisis facing the country. However, for many Cubans, the event symbolizes the government's failure to address its most pressing issues and its inability to provide effective solutions.

The government of Miguel Díaz-Canel has chosen to resort to these public demonstrations instead of implementing deep reforms to alleviate the economic situation. While the state organizes massive propaganda events, the day-to-day life of Cubans continues to deteriorate, fueling social discontent and despair.