Forced-Labor Trade Push: Senator Félix Bautista backed a bill to block goods made through forced labor, arguing it would both protect workers and improve Dominican competitiveness abroad. Nautical Tourism Incentives: Senators Rafael Barón Duluc and Ginnette Bournigal renewed pressure to pass incentives for private nautical maritime tourism, saying the DR is missing out on “billions” without the right legal framework. Central Bank Continuity: President Abinader confirmed Héctor Valdez Albizu to keep leading the Central Bank, with Clarissa de la Rocha as vice governor. Education Capacity Boost: MINERD is finishing a Santo Domingo Este school project adding 60+ classrooms for the 2026-2027 year, with work at over 95% progress. Prenatal Care Training: The Health Ministry launched facilitator training in Dajabón and Elías Piña to strengthen prenatal services and cut maternal and neonatal risks. MSME Construction Voice: Copymecon welcomed changes at MIVHED but asked the new leadership to ensure more participation for micro, small and medium construction firms. Tourism & Sports Infrastructure: Cap Cana’s Las Iguanas Golf Course is progressing toward full completion by end-2026 and a 2027 opening, while lawmakers also debate how to upgrade sports infrastructure to turn events into lasting talent pipelines. Logistics Investment Watch: Puerto Plata’s Terminal del Norte project could attract US$520M in its first phase, aiming to expand northern cargo capacity and support marine energy and cruise refueling.