AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoReal Estate & Diaspora Finance: Banco BHD opened the 4th New York Real Estate Fair for Dominicans abroad, running Sept. 11–13 in Washington Heights, with 20+ developers offering projects from pre-construction to ready units plus financing guidance. Retail Competition & Tax Oversight: The Dominican Federation of Merchants urged DGII to tighten scrutiny of Chinese-owned stores, alleging tax evasion and undervalued imports that they say distort competition for formal merchants. Tourism Skills Push: Turio launched as a specialized tourism academy at JW Marriott Santo Domingo, aiming to modernize training for a more diverse, tech-driven sector. AI Workforce Drive: President Abinader rolled out “RD Inteligente” to train 1 million Dominicans in AI literacy via ITLA, targeting students, workers, entrepreneurs, public servants, and SMEs. Payments Cost Fight: Anadegas says 780 gas stations will disconnect Verifone services on Sept. 25, citing high fees and calling for broader business action. Critical Minerals Deal: DR and the U.S. signed a cooperation framework to develop critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to strengthen supply chains and attract investment.
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