Defenders of the four-decade-old US embargo against Cuba said it has helped decimate the once-powerful Cuban military, while opponents said it has actually kept Castro in power.

Annotated links to mid-90's articles and interviews on impact of the embargo. Mostly English, some Spanish.

Scholarly analysis from the Institute for International Economics includes timeline through 1999 of sanctions with intended goals, responses of other governments, and assessment of economic impact and success in achieving goals.

Gives details of program, including recent enforcement actions and licensing procedures.

From the US Treasury Department. Describes intent of embargo, with summary of regulations on travel, gifts, investments, and trade.

Transcript of opening remarks and English-language portion of question and answer session where then-Secretary of State Albright announces changes in US policy.