Nicaragua Issues

Mr. Lacayo discussed governmental policy changes in Nicaragua, including distribution of land to the 20,000 contra rebels; a reduction in the size of the army and a reorientation of the politics of the soldiers; new privatization of industry through "golden parachute" incentives; and, appeals to the international community for financing, trade, and banking. He also confirmed that Nicaragua would be receiving $202 million in aid from the U.S. for fiscal year 1991.