🇨🇺Cuba Political Stability: 22.4/100

Cuba is an archipelago located in the northern Caribbean Sea, consisting of 4,195 islands, with the main island being 1,250 km long. The country has a tropical climate, characterized by a drier season from November to April and a rainier season from May to October. The terrain is mostly flat to rolling plains, with the Sierra Maestra mountains in the southeast, home to Pico Turquino, the highest point at 1,974 m.

Cuba has a population of approximately 11 million people, with a diverse cultural heritage influenced by Spanish, African, and indigenous roots. The official language is Spanish, and the country has a rich tradition of music, dance, and literature.

World Bank governance: rule of law 24th percentile, corruption control 40th percentile, political stability 46th percentile.

Cuba's strongest governance dimension is Political Stability at 46/100, placing it in the lower half globally. This reflects a relatively low likelihood of politically motivated violence or instability.

The weakest dimension is Regulatory Quality at 2/100. Regulatory challenges may create an unpredictable environment for economic activity and daily life.

A notable 44-point gap between Political Stability and Regulatory Quality reveals uneven governance. Some institutions function well while others lag significantly. Travelers should be aware that the quality of government services and protections may vary depending on the context.

Weak governance indicators for Cuba mean travelers should exercise heightened caution. Government services may be limited or unreliable, corruption can affect interactions with officials, and legal protections may not function as expected. Thorough preparation and situational awareness are essential.

The U.S. State Department currently rates Cuba as Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). This aligns with a governance profile that, while not without challenges, provides a baseline of institutional functioning.