Cuba After Castro; What Policy Best Serves U.S. National Interests?

Abstract

There is presently an Ends - Ways mismatch in U.S. Policy towards Cuba. Current policy is not creating the conditions necessary for transition to a democratic government and respect for human rights after Castro's departure. This research paper explores and examines alternatives to current U.S. policy in Cuba, then analyzes and compares these policy options using national interests as a framework. The research paper concludes with a recommended policy that decreases pressure on the Castro regime through a policy of "full engagement." This policy consists of complete and unilateral lifting of all trade and economic sanctions against Cuba and an end to Cuba's diplomatic isolation.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 09, 2002
Accession Number
ADA404404

Entities

People

  • Michael S. Rose

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Commerce
  • Department Of State
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Economic Sanctions
  • Failed States
  • Foreign Policy
  • Governments
  • Human Rights
  • International Law
  • International Organizations
  • International Trade
  • Law
  • National Politics
  • National Security
  • Political Systems
  • United States
  • War Colleges

Fields of Study

  • Political science

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