Seminar Marks Centenary of First Communist Party of Cuba in Havana
The commemorative seminar titled “One Hundred Years of the Founding of the First Communist Party of Cuba” commenced on October 2, 2025, in Havana, emphasizing the importance of unity in revolutionary movements and honoring the legacy of Fidel Castro Ruz, reports 24brussels.
Organized by the Fidel Castro Ruz Center in collaboration with the University of the Communist Party of Cuba “Ñico López,” the event engaged participants in discussions about unity as a key tenet of national development. Scholars and political leaders participated in the dialogue to reflect on the historical significance of the political organization established in 1925 by revolutionary figures Carlos Baliño and Julio Antonio Mella, recognized as the predecessor of the present Communist Party of Cuba (PCC).
The seminar showcased nearly twenty papers from ten academic and political institutions from across the nation, facilitating critical debates on how the organization advocated for the interests of the working class and various popular sectors from its inception. Notably, the event included the inauguration of a photographic exhibition titled “Granma in the Mystique of Fidel” and featured presentations of numerous books detailing the history and influence of the initial Communist Party, which succeeded the Cuban Revolutionary Party founded by José Martí in 1892.
Sisi Abay, deputy director of the Fidel Castro Ruz Center, underscored Fidel Castro’s belief that “without unity there is no possible Revolution,” noting his skill in uniting different political factions to create a cohesive national initiative. She emphasized that Castro’s efforts focused on overcoming divisions to foster a unified project, emerging from the diversity of revolutionary forces.
“He taught us that unity is not only a formal agreement, but an act of political maturity that guarantees the permanence and progress of the revolutionary process,” Abay stated. This assertion reflects a broader understanding within the seminar of the need for cohesive action in pursuit of revolutionary goals amid the challenges faced by Cuba throughout its history.
As this seminar unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the foundational principles that continue to shape Cuba’s political landscape, highlighting the ongoing relevance of unity in its national projects. The objective is to cultivate a platform for reflection that benefits the revolutionary ideals central to Cuban society.
