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September 9, 1970

Foreign Affairs Department of the Central Committee of the Hungarian Socialist Workers' Party, 'Report on the Party and Government Delegation’s Visit to Cuba'

The report provides an overview of the Hungarian delegation's visit to Cuba in 1970 to strengthen party relations and discuss preparations for an anti-imperialist congress. The Cuban leadership expressed interest in improving bilateral cooperation and aligning on ideological initiatives. Observations highlight challenges in Cuba, including economic inefficiencies, campaign-style management, and political centralization under Fidel Castro, who acknowledged shortcomings and proposed changes, such as separating party and state leadership roles. Despite setbacks, Cuban leaders remained committed to revolutionary ideals, with Castro emphasizing the importance of the working class in socialist development.

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August 30, 1970

Letter, Political of the Central Committee of the Bulgarian Communist Party to the Central Committee of the Hungarian Socialist Workers' Party

The Bulgarian Communist Party's Central Committee reported on a delegation's visit to Cuba, emphasizing the positive developments under Fidel Castro's leadership toward building a socialist society. While praising progress in agriculture, industry, and international relations with socialist states, the report highlighted challenges such as economic inefficiencies, a lack of qualified leadership, and the persistence of issues like food rationing and housing shortages. It proposed stronger coordination and assistance from socialist countries, particularly through economic and cultural integration, to support Cuba's socialist development and overcome its structural difficulties.

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December 3, 1963

Erzsébet Görög, Charge d’affaires, 'Cuban Foreign Policy in the Light of Two Castro Speeches'

This report analyzes the fluctuating nature of Cuban foreign policy under Fidel Castro, shaped by his unscripted speeches and reactions to international events. It highlights a tension between pro-Soviet and independent, anti-Soviet tendencies within the Cuban leadership, exacerbated by domestic frustrations and external pressures. Castro's September 28 speech emphasized Cuba's "own way" of socialism, creating speculation about distancing from Soviet policies, while his November 23 speech reaffirmed alignment with the Soviet Union and global peace efforts. These shifts reflect the complex interplay of internal dynamics, U.S.-Cuba relations, and the broader geopolitical context, underscoring the dual influences of ideological independence and dependency on Soviet support.

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February 26, 1963

Copy of the Report of the Embassy in Havana Ddated February 26, 1963; Subject: 'The Political Situation in Cuba'

Since the Cuban Missile Crisis, tensions in Cuba have gradually eased, with Cuban leaders increasingly accepting the Soviet Union’s position on security matters and regional policy. Soviet Ambassador Alekseev noted that Fidel Castro now understands the need for stability and is more inclined toward Soviet perspectives, though he avoids openly aligning with them to preserve Cuban autonomy. Chinese influence in Cuba's leadership has diminished, but remnants persist among some mid-level officials, while the newly forming Partido Unido de la Revolución Socialista (PURS) shows signs of deeper Soviet alignment. Although Fidel Castro dominates Cuban leadership, both he and the Soviet Union recognize that Cuba’s Communist leaders need time to fully embrace Marxist-Leninist principles.

This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.

January 21, 1959

Tibor Zádor, 'The Events in Cuba and the United States'

A Hungarian diplomat in Washington, DC, reports on the relationship between the United States and Cuba since the fall of the Batista government.

June 13, 1972

Minutes from the Meeting of the Political Committee on June 13, 1972

A discussion of Fidel Castro's visit to Hungary unfolds during a meeting of Hungary's top communist leaders.

June 16, 1953

Transcript of the Conversation between the Soviet Leadership and the Hungarian Workers' Party Delegation in Moscow

Discussion of the reorganization of the Hungarian government and various reforms following Stalin's death.

June 14, 1953

Transcript of Conversation among the Hungarian Workers' Party Delegation in Moscow

Following discussions with the Soviet leadership in Moscow, the Hungarian delegation discusses reforms to be implemented in Hungary.

July 1988

'Information About the Highlights of a Brief Working Visit to the USSR (25-27 July This Year [1988]) of the General Secretary of the WPE CC, the President of the People's Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Mengistu Haile Mariam'

Soviet authorities inform their Hungarian allies of the outcome of Mengistu’s August 1988 visit to Moscow. Mengistu has ignored Soviet pleas to find a peaceful solution to the Eritrean conflict.

December 1, 1971

Message from Hungarian Ambassador in Moscow Gyula Rapai, 'Somali Head of State’s Visit to the Soviet Union'

Summary of Siad Barre's visit to Moscow in November 1971.

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