We are also expanding new sectors of the economy. Since 1995, tourism has replaced sugar as the main source of income. We have expanded mineral and oil production. With new techniques of drilling and extraction, we have been able to increase our oil production substantially. The economic indices of the population are still below those of 1989, but the situation has improved since the mid-1990s.
Life is a bit more comfortable that during the critical moments of that time.
There have been some political differences expressed by the Canadian government, there is no doubt about that, but Canada is still a very important relationship for Cuba. The level of bilateral interaction is still very large, in terms of trade, investment and tourism. The overall basis of our relationship has continued. For Cubans, this is a very sensitive issue. We have seen a terrible injustice committed against this child, and against his father and his family.