The expansion is part of reforms to address the island's deepening economic crisis, while private parties thrive in Havana

Cuba has opened dozens of new sectors to private enterprise, including ports and wholesale trade, in a significant expansion of its limited private sector. The move, announced by the government, allows private companies to operate in 46 new areas, according to state media. This is seen as part of broader economic reforms aimed at easing the island's deep crisis.

Meanwhile, in Havana, private parties have become a form of resistance and a popular escape. David González, a local host, has become famous almost overnight for throwing some of the most sought-after parties in the capital. These gatherings, though not officially sanctioned, reflect a growing informal economy and a desire for normalcy amid hardship.

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