AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCoffee Sector Spotlight: FAO marked the first International Coffee Day, stressing that coffee’s resilience depends on investment in sustainable, climate-smart farming and better access to innovation for smallholders. China vs. U.S. Sentiment: A new Economist/Latinobarómetro survey says favorability toward China rose across 15 of 17 Latin American countries, including the Dominican Republic, while views of the U.S. fell in 15—fueling a wider debate on regional influence. Tourism & Ports: The Dominican Republic welcomed 16,287 cruise passengers across four ships, with major arrivals in Puerto Plata and a growing push for Cabo Rojo in Pedernales. Public Policy for Youth Care: President Luis Abinader issued Decree No. 676-26 creating the National Residential Care Service (Senar) to strengthen temporary, exceptional residential protection for children and adolescents. Local Industry Pressure: Dominican pork producers are asking the government to adjust import levels, arguing imports are squeezing local profitability and should cover only the gap domestic farms can’t meet. Aviation & Connectivity: The country’s role in regional aviation talks continues, including a renewed Guyana–France air services deal finalized after negotiations held in Punta Cana. Security & Trade Risks: U.S. authorities reported a record 603 stolen vehicles seized at New York/New Jersey ports, with some linked to shipments to West Africa and the Dominican Republic.
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