AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTech & Modernization: President Luis Abinader met Google Cloud’s Latin America chief Eduardo López, signaling deeper investment in Dominican digital modernization and new connectivity projects. Border Trade & Security: Foreign Minister Víctor “Ito” Bisonó convened talks to launch a pilot of border “dry ports” (puertos secos) to formalize commerce along the Haiti frontier and strengthen customs and security. Tourism & Ports: Apordom says the North Coast push includes a new Manzanillo cruise terminal and a goal of nine cruise terminals by 2028, alongside logistics upgrades. U.S. Drug List: The U.S. again named the Dominican Republic among 23 major drug transit/illicit drug-producing countries for FY2027—framed as geography and trade factors, not a verdict on enforcement. Human Rights Watch: The Dominican Committee for Human Rights (CDDH) alleges dozens of Dominicans were recruited to fight in Russia, with families reportedly drawn by promises of large payments. Public Health & Environment: Government officials are weighing a dedicated sargassum management unit and offshore barriers, with Dominican firm DESMI RO-Clean supporting assessments. Sports & Society: A Fortune investigation renews scrutiny of MLB’s Dominican talent pipeline, alleging exploitation and broken promises for young prospects.
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