AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTourism Push: Tourism Minister David Collado urged a “new stage” for the Dominican Republic’s tourism model—higher hotel rates and higher visitor spending, so growth benefits more Dominicans, with stronger territorial planning flagged for fast-growing areas like Bávaro-Punta Cana, Samaná, Puerto Plata and La Romana. Education & Workforce: MESCyT will award 4,000 additional English scholarships for tourism workers, after earlier demand filled quickly, aiming to boost service quality and employability. Infrastructure & Trade: President Luis Abinader highlighted ports as the backbone of economic development at REPICA 2026, pointing to modernization and new projects including Pedernales, La Romana expansion, and the upcoming Port of Samaná. Public Safety Drill: The National Earthquake Evacuation Drill mobilized 3.2 million people across 12,500+ institutions, topping last year’s participation. Border & Security: Authorities seized 30,000+ illicit goods from Chinese-owned businesses in Santiago, including medicines and products lacking required permits/labeling. Regional Diplomacy: The DR is listed among countries joining the U.S.-backed “Shield of the Americas” coalition aimed at countering drug cartels.
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