Food Security Milestone: The FAO confirmed the Dominican Republic has exited the global hunger map after undernourishment fell below the 2.5% threshold, with President Luis Abinader pointing to coordinated public policies spanning family farming, water management, social protection and resilience. Global Food Outlook: The UN’s SOFI 2026 report says hunger declined for a third straight year, but warns climate shocks and trade disruptions could slow progress. Sports Tourism Push: Asonahores says the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026 (July 24–Aug 8) will boost tourism across the value chain as thousands of athletes and visitors arrive. Infrastructure for the Games: The government puts investment in Games infrastructure and operations at around RD$9 billion, with security, transport and logistics ramping up. Logistics & Aid: DP World’s Air Cargo Hub Punta Cana helped move 27+ tonnes of humanitarian aid to earthquake-hit Venezuela via relief flights. Agribusiness Trade Watch: The Dominican Republic’s mango export sector faces pressure as the U.S. suspends imports over protocol violations, while the country reinforces phytosanitary controls. Health Services Performance: The National Health Service (SNS) reported a record 25.39M specialized services delivered in Jan–Jun 2026, alongside major equipment investments. Local Industry Spotlight: Quad/Graphics says it will expand packaging manufacturing with a new Salt Lake City facility, while keeping global packaging operations in Santo Domingo.