Digital Infrastructure: Google says the Dominican Republic will be the centerpiece of “Americas Connect,” adding three new subsea cable systems (Alisios, Canoa, OlaLuz) plus a Firmina branch to boost redundant connectivity across the Caribbean, U.S. and Europe. Telecom & Policy: Indotel’s CANTO remarks put connectivity at the center of competitiveness, with plans for $500M+ in digital exchange infrastructure, 4G/5G expansion, and a push for smarter regulation. Aviation MRO: FL Technics has started operations at a new Punta Cana heavy-maintenance hub, with its first customer aircraft arriving and a five-bay hangar aimed at Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 demand. Tourism Jobs: Asonahores reports over 90% of hotel workers in the DR are Dominican, highlighting local procurement and tourism’s job impact. Agro-Industry: RAAS Irrigation Systems hosts DominiCoco 2026, the first Coconut Summit, focusing on irrigation, processing, marketing and investment across the coconut value chain. Responsible Mining: Barrick Pueblo Viejo opens a biodiversity exhibition tied to responsible management in its mining area. Banking & Growth: The Association of Commercial Banks says credit to the private sector grew 9.1% year-on-year by June, supporting construction, tourism and investment. Industrial Property: ONAPI chief Salvador Ramos highlights growth in trademark and distinctive sign registrations and university partnerships for training and innovation support.