Cuba’s medical diplomacy: evolution, assessments and prospects

Key Points

• The article aims to explore the role of medical diplomacy in Cuba's foreign policy and its impact on economic growth and soft power.
• Examined the evolution of Cuban medical internationalism in the 20th century.
• Analyzed changes in the 21st century regarding health services as economic drivers.
• Systematized assessments of Cuba's medical diplomacy.
• Discussed potential future actions for Cuba amid tensions with Washington.
• Cuban medical diplomacy has evolved into a strategic tool for economic growth.
• Health services exports are increasingly contributing to Cuba's soft power.
• Political dividends arise from the effective use of medical diplomacy.
• Options for future actions by Cuba in foreign policy contexts are proposed.

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