2019 CUBAN CONSTITUTIONAL REFERENDUM

Feb. 25, 2019

In Cuba, voters took part in a referendum on a new constitution that expands recognition of private property. More than eight million were registered as voters. The referendum contained only two options: yes or no to the new constitution.

About: 

  • The new proposed constitution, replacing the 1976 version, recognises a limited role for the free market and private investment, but only under the control of the Communist Party. It enshrines socialism as the country's only ideology. 

  • Proposals in the new constitution include: 
    • The recognition of private property; 

    • The recognition of foreign investment; 

    • The restoration of the position of Prime Minister of Cuba; 

    • The introduction of a mandatory maximum age limit of 60 years for any President of Cuba entering their first term; The creation of a two consecutive five-year term limit for the presidency; 

    • Banning discrimination based on gender, race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability; 

    • Introducing the right to legal counsel immediately upon arrest. 



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