AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAviation Shock to Tourism: The Dominican Republic is feeling the fallout from Spirit’s shutdown and JetBlue’s route cuts, with Tourism Minister David Collado saying Mitur is actively tracking seat losses and trying to plug gaps by adding capacity from other markets and working with Arajet on new routes. Wellness Travel Push: Travel and Tour World ranked the region’s top wellness destinations for 2026, betting on shorter getaways and nature-focused trips as travelers rethink long-haul spending. Labor & Justice Pressure: Nearly 400 judges nationwide staged a work stoppage, reading a “Manifesto for the Dignity of Justice” and demanding better pay and working conditions. Public Health Spotlight: At the World Health Assembly, Dominican Health Minister Víctor Atallah Lajam helped steer resolutions on emergency preparedness, antimicrobial resistance, and support for health workers. Local Economy Signals: Dominican employment hit 5.24 million in early 2026, but most new jobs still came from the informal sector. Infrastructure Watch: RD Vial announced a feasibility study for the Central Cibao Expressway to cut travel times and boost regional growth.
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