Cubans react to Díaz-Canel's trip to Russia: Between criticism and sarcasm

In a context of economic difficulties and blackouts in Cuba, the recent trip of ruler Miguel Díaz-Canel to Russia provoked a barrage of critical comments from Cubans.

The question posed by CyberCuba to social media users was clear: "What do you think of the recent trip of Miguel Diaz-Canel to Russia and his meeting with Vladimir Putin?".

The responses reflect a mix of indignation and resignation. One expressed his frustration saying: "Very diplomatic he and The people sink deeper into misery and despair every day.. The truth is that as president there is nothing to thank him for, but he does have a lot to thank because he knows the whole world."

Another user commented harshly: "Just another way to walk and not solving any problem that truly affects the Cuban people".

A comment from U.P. highlighted the government's perception of indifference: "One more example of the shamelessness of that government that he doesn't care at all about the suffering of the people. "They just want to stay in power at whatever cost."

E.A. He criticized the apparent disconnection of the Cuban leaders with the reality of the country: "This is so that the people see that they can afford a life of luxury and outings. And the people silent and threatened. And so they will continue."

S.P. suggested a better use of the resources used in trips: "I think that with what you spend on trips you can solve some credits so that the peasants can produce the land that is needed today with so much technology." It is not necessary to travel so much and even less so with the needs that the people have.".

Among the many critical voices, there are also sarcastic comments about the benefits of such trips, contrasting with the severe Cuban reality. At the end of the day, these comments highlight a palpable disconnect between the regime's priorities and the daily needs of Cubans.

This cluster of critical voices highlights a growing discontent among citizens regarding the management of a government concerned with staying in power: a regime that is disoriented, incapable and burdened by its past, which seeks to maintain the status quo at all costs.

While Díaz-Canel and his wife Lisa Cuesta travel, many Cubans are left behind facing a reality marked by scarcity and despair. The words of these citizens, full of criticism and sarcasm, are a clear indicator of the citizens' fatigue and their call for a change of course that places the population's priorities at the center of government action.