AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoDR Economy: The Central Bank says the Dominican Republic’s economy is up 4.5% year-to-date through August 2026, and it also lifted its benchmark rate from 5.25% to 5.50% to keep inflation expectations anchored. Pork Market: Dominican pig producers are asking the government to cut pork imports, arguing local farms cover about 70% of demand and imports should fall to roughly 30–35% to protect profitability. Tourism & Ports: Four cruise ships brought 16,287 travelers to the DR in one day, with arrivals split between Puerto Plata (three ships) and Cabo Rojo, Pedernales (Freedom of the Seas). Aviation & Trade: DR and Guyana are forging a partnership for sustainable aviation and decarbonization, while a separate U.S. move adds certain faux leather to the duty-free list under the DR–Central America Free Trade Agreement. Social Policy: President Abinader issued a decree creating the National Residential Care Service (Senar) to strengthen protection for children and adolescents. Private Aviation: Casa de Campo named Magellan Jets its preferred private aviation partner, aiming to bundle flights and resort stays into one seamless journey.
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