Tourism Marketing: The Dominican Republic is pushing a new U.S.-backed campaign, “Siente RD / Feel Dominican Republic,” positioning the country around human connection and well-being rather than just attractions. Travel Demand & Mindset: A Marriott study across key CALA markets (including the DR) found 90% of travelers see vacations as essential for mental health, with leisure travel rising as a top priority. Heritage + Mobility in Santo Domingo: President Luis Abinader inaugurated the restored Alcázar de Colón Museum and launched a Colonial City electric-bus route, funded with IDB and EU support, to improve visitor transport and modernize historic-area mobility. Energy & Mining: Energy and Mines Minister Joel Santos heads to Washington to discuss rare earths and critical minerals, including cooperation on responsible development and a potential submarine power link with Puerto Rico. Agriculture & Water Risks: A new report flags El Niño-driven drought and water stress as a key risk for Dominican sectors, with knock-on effects for prices and logistics. Regional Security: OAS member states, including the DR, urged the UN to renew Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force mandate and fully fund its deployment. Creative Industries: Dominican actor-filmmaker Amílcar Franco launched London-based Peanuts Entertainment, with a flagship Spanish-language drama inspired by the Mirabal Sisters.