The new president of Cuba has been confirmed as Miguel Diaz-Canel, ending nearly six decades at the helm for the Castro family. The new president of Cuba has been confirmed as Miguel Diaz-Canel, ending nearly six decades at the helm for the Castro family. Cuba confirms new president as Castro family steps out of limelightRaul Castro’s departure from the role launches a new political era for a country trying to survive as one of the world’s last communist states. The new head of state, full name Miguel Mario Diaz-Canel Bermudez, had been approved as the sole candidate for president. The 86-year-old Mr Castro, brother of late former leader Fidel, will remain head of the Communist Party.

Source: Irish Independent April 19, 2018 14:02 UTC