Raúl Castro has begun a gradual process of changing Cuba’s economy and normalizing its international relations. While he hopes to legitimize his government by improving Cubans' living standards, he does not want ot be held captive by Cuba's main international supporter, Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez.
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BRASILIA – Raúl Castro has begun a gradual process of changing Cuba’s economy and international relations. Within Cuba, he hopes to legitimize his government by improving standards of living. Outside of Cuba, he does not want to be held captive by Cuba’s one international supporter: Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez.