A new port and free - trade - zone are being built in the Cuban town of Mariel . The development will cost $ 900 million and aims to attract international investment to Cuba . Changes in Cuba are opening up the economy and the state is taking back its influence over many sectors .
A new port and free-trade-zone are being built in the Cuban town of Mariel . The development will cost $ 900 million and aims to attract international investment to Cuba . Reforms in Cuba are opening up the economy and the state is rolling back its influence over many sectors .