AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPublic Health: The Ministry of Public Health added two new GeneXpert systems to expand rapid tuberculosis testing nationwide, bringing the public network to 36 devices and speeding detection of drug-resistant cases. Health Insurance Dispute: DIDA warned it will seek legal action if private clinics suspend care for Primera ARS and ARS Futuro affiliates, after ANDECLIP announced an indefinite suspension of non-emergency services starting July 14. Justice & Crime: A Santo Domingo court sentenced a businessman to two years (suspended) and ordered him to pay over RD$47 million for electricity fraud involving illegal connections. Security Reform: The Senate will review the police reform bill this Wednesday, aiming to modernize operations and tighten rules on use of force. Education & Tech: UASD inaugurated a new audiovisual complex for Social Communication, investing nearly RD$25 million in studios and labs. Environment: The government launched a plan to plant 10 million trees over two years along major highways and ring roads. Immigration: DR granted 60,306 residency permits to Haitians from 2018-2026, even as deportations continue. Regional Spotlight: CARICOM leaders offered to mediate between the U.S. and Cuba amid escalating pressure and Cuba’s renewed grid collapse.
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