AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFuel Relief: The MICM cut fuel prices for July 4–10, lowering regular gasoline and regular diesel by RD$5.00 per gallon and premium fuels by RD$3.00, backed by a RD$424.53 million subsidy—while LPG stays unchanged to protect household costs. Infrastructure & Logistics: The government presented the RD$32 billion “Amber Highway” in Puerto Plata, a 32.7-km four-lane expressway expected to cut Santiago–Puerto Plata travel by about an hour, create about 6,800 jobs, and support tourism, logistics, manufacturing and agriculture. Energy Research: The Dominican Republic and Mexico signed a three-year energy and hydrocarbons research agreement with the Mexican Petroleum Institute, aiming at joint projects, technology transfer, and training for specialized professionals. Investment Push: At the Americas Investment Forum 2026, VP Raquel Peña stressed legal certainty and public-private coordination, citing strong FDI momentum (over US$5B in a year; US$1.54B in Q1 2026). Health & Safety: Public Health urged heat-prevention steps nationwide, while authorities dismantled a clandestine Azua alcohol operation with 25,440 liters of adulterated product. Trade Links: The Santiago Chamber partnered with the UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah Chamber to boost bilateral trade, investment, and business missions. Tourism & Culture: Casa de Campo launched “Cigars in Paradise,” and Fashion Freak Fest returns with “Maison Caribe,” spotlighting Caribbean design talent.
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