AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Boom: Tourism Minister David Collado reported a record September for the Dominican Republic, with 533,735 air arrivals (+8.8% vs 2025), and highlighted Puerto Plata’s recovery as the Disney Cruise Line makes its debut there. Trade & Food Security: The government repealed U.S. rice import tariffs via Decree 635-26, while agricultural advisor Eric Rivero said compensatory measures will protect rice producers as negotiations with Washington continue. Aviation & Connectivity: The Dominican Association of Airlines welcomed Abinader’s regulated temperature adjustment for aviation fuel, and Sky Cana is preparing a gradual return with charter flights using an Embraer ERJ-145LR. Housing & Water: Abinader said the housing deficit fell from 806,778 homes (2019) to 696,598 (2025), and CAASD chief Fellito Suberví showcased ravine and river cleanup plus vulnerable-family relocations. Governance & Business: Abinader enacted a new gambling law and named Quico Tabar to lead the DGJA, while Claro Dominicana expanded cloud capabilities with AWS. Regional Spotlight: The DR ranked No. 1 in the Caribbean on the WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index 2026, and Abinader will inaugurate ECLAC’s 41st session in Santiago.
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