Port & Logistics Security: U.S. authorities seized a record 603 stolen vehicles at the Port of New York and New Jersey, with many destined for West Africa and the Dominican Republic—often hidden in shipping containers—while CBP said it’s also moving to dismantle the theft networks and penalize freight forwarders. Local Agriculture & Food Industry: Dominican pig producers are asking the government to cut pork imports, arguing domestic farms cover about 70% of demand and imports should fall to roughly 30–35% to protect local profitability and rural jobs. Maritime Strategy: The Dominican Republic Shipping Association (ANRD) urged a long-term national maritime vision to coordinate ports, logistics, human capital and sustainability as the country targets economic growth and higher trade volumes by 2036. Mining & Critical Minerals: CAMIPE called for clearer, faster rules for mining projects, including a “single mining window” and digital processes, while stressing environmental safeguards. Monetary Policy: The Central Bank raised its policy rate from 5.25% to 5.50% to keep inflation expectations anchored amid oil, freight and weather shocks. Aviation Cooperation: Guyana and the Dominican Republic signed an MoU to collaborate on sustainable civil aviation and share technical expertise.