AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoElectricity Crunch in Santo Domingo: July heat pushed the heat index to 43–48°C and drove record power demand above 4,400 kW, straining the grid and contributing to blackouts. Tourism Infrastructure: President Luis Abinader inaugurated the Juan Dolio wastewater treatment plant and said more systems are planned for Boca Chica, La Caleta, San Pedro de Macorís, La Romana, Higüey and Verón to protect coastal tourism. Banking Leadership Change: Alejandro Fernández W. will step down as Superintendent of Banks on Aug. 16, ending a six-year tenure. Migration Enforcement: The Migration Policy Observatory reported that authorities have deported over 226,500 foreigners in irregular status and identified binational trafficking networks. Cruise Momentum in Puerto Plata: Apordom says Puerto Plata will get 29 cruise calls in August, with Amber Cove handling 15 and Taíno Bay 14. Compliance in Health Sector: Funglode launched a Criminal Compliance Plan for healthcare providers following amendments to the Penal Code. Markets & Trade: U.S. egg exports to Cuba surged after Dominican shipments resumed, with May sales jumping sharply. Tourism Demand Signals: A new industry ranking places the Dominican Republic among the top beach destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026.
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