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Tourism & Aviation: Arajet is restoring nonstop Punta Cana–Guayaquil service from October 2026, starting with two weekly flights, a boost for travel links and business connectivity. Energy & Cost Pressure: The government is keeping LPG prices frozen with RD$1.435B in subsidies while adjusting gasoline and diesel retail prices amid a global oil uptick. Local Governance & Growth Risks: In La Altagracia, Senator Rafael Barón Duluc warns tourism-led expansion is “punished by success,” pushing for a special census to fix gaps in education, transport, and basic services. Legal/Investigation: Authorities have opened criminal proceedings against the tourist boat captain tied to the Survivor Greece injury near Saona Island, as the investigation continues. Regional Resources: Rare earth exploration in the Dominican Republic is progressing, with studies expected to deliver estimates by year-end. Human Stories: A Dominican-born Arcadia University graduate, Jangeli Guzman, capped her accounting degree with an EY job offer—an education-to-career win that stands out amid broader economic strain.

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