That's what wikipedia says, but I'm pretty sure the president is still the commander of the armed forces, and still signs laws and appoints ministers. Maybe I'm wrong though, I'm no expert on Cuban politics.
I think there is the fact that the head of the Communist Party and the Prime Minister (later President) was the same person. Of course, Raul Castro (who turns 90 years old this year) resigned from the latter in 2011.
That's what wikipedia says, but I'm pretty sure the president is still the commander of the armed forces, and still signs laws and appoints ministers. Maybe I'm wrong though, I'm no expert on Cuban politics.
I think there is the fact that the head of the Communist Party and the Prime Minister (later President) was the same person. Of course, Raul Castro (who turns 90 years old this year) resigned from the latter in 2011.
As a result, the President position is stronger.