Tourism Trade Push: Asonahores’ XXXVIII Hotel & Tourism Commercial Exhibition wrapped in Punta Cana with record momentum—323 occupied spaces, 200+ companies, and 5,000+ visitors, plus 85% company retention. International Deal-Making: Dominican Week in France (Oct. 17–22) launches in Paris with a ProDominicana pavilion and B2B sessions tied to SIAL Paris, aiming to boost trade, investment, fintech, cybersecurity, and renewables. Energy & Regulation: The Vice President’s tariff explanation was briefly derailed by a Santo Domingo blackout, while authorities reiterated bills reflect higher summer consumption and possible tariff-block shifts. Aviation Services: JAC met VFS Global to improve visa-related processes and passenger experience, focusing on smoother document handling and mobility. Security Operations: DNCD seized 10+ kilos of suspected drugs in Santo Domingo Norte across 84 operations and three home raids, alongside cash, scales, and phones. Business Climate: The DR won an international arbitration case against French investor Yves Martine Garnier, dismissing claims over a solid-waste concession termination. FX Watch: Central Bank reference rates for Sept. 4 showed the dollar and euro trading at stable-to-slightly firmer levels versus the peso. Sports Tourism Spotlight: Tourism minister David Collado highlighted Lorena Ochoa’s visit as a boost for sports tourism and entrepreneurship. Data & Governance: ECLAC experts stressed the role of official statistics in protecting democracy and improving governance across the region. Child Safety Online: UNICEF reported 20 million children (12–17) faced technology-facilitated sexual exploitation across 21 countries, with social media driving most cases.