by Andrea Colli

Trump’s remarks on Cuba reflect enduring “Great Power Politics,” where strategic interests outweigh legal principles. Cuba’s location near Florida, its history of US influence, and its role in Cold War rivalries explain its lasting importance. Today, renewed attention is driven by Caribbean control and Cuba’s nickel and cobalt resources, crucial for technology and rare earth supply chains. For Europe, dependent on Chinese minerals, Cuba’s future is tied to its own strategic autonomy.

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