Summary
- Cuba is experiencing a significant exodus, with estimates that the population has declined by 18% between 2022 and 2023, resulting in only 8.62 million residents.
- Various factors, including economic collapse, political instability, and the pandemic, have contributed to the mass migration of Cubans seeking a better future.
- The United States is a popular destination for Cuban emigrants, but many also seek refuge in other countries before potentially reaching the U.S.
- The demographic trends in Cuba, such as negative natural growth and an aging population, are further exacerbated by the current migration crisis.