AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoVisa & Travel Policy: Curaçao’s economic minister met Dominican FM Roberto Álvarez and signed an agreement aimed at removing the visa requirement for Dominican visitors—an expected boost for tourism, trade, and connectivity. Water & Sanitation Investment: President Abinader urged Latin America and the Caribbean to treat water and sanitation as a top development priority, citing public health, tourism, and climate resilience benefits tied to major DR water projects. Mango Exports: DR is on track to export nearly 10 million boxes of mangoes in 2026, with the sector highlighting jobs, rural development, and expanding U.S. market opportunities. Forced-Labor Trade Risk: The U.S. is scrutinizing DR under forced-labor trade rules, raising the stakes for exports to the DR’s biggest market and potential tariff costs—while also creating nearshoring pressure on competitors. Diplomacy & Security: DR and Belgium held their first bilateral political consultations, covering trade, agribusiness, academic exchange, and security cooperation. Tourism Demand Signals: Virgin Voyages announced new 2028 Caribbean sailings that include Puerto Plata, pointing to continued interest in DR as a cruise stop. Banking Growth Story: JMMB’s banking expansion in the region (including the Dominican Republic) is gaining traction even as profits fell, driven by deposit growth and higher banking contribution.
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