AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-DR Nuclear Cooperation: The U.S. and the Dominican Republic signed a civil nuclear cooperation MOU to advance peaceful nuclear ties, energy security, and medical isotope work. CARIFORUM-EU Trade Push: President Abinader backed stronger, more practical implementation of the CARIFORUM–EU Economic Partnership Agreement as the DR hosted the Joint Council meeting for the first time since 2017. Electricity Demand Record: Energy and Mines Minister Joel Santos said SENI hit a new peak maximum instantaneous demand of 4,077.97 MW, underscoring pressure on generation and grid upgrades. Tourism Performance: Hotels averaged 82% occupancy in Jan–Apr 2026 and 72% in May; Bayahíbe and La Romana led, with visitor satisfaction reported at 4.5/5. Exports to Haiti: DR exports to Haiti reached US$563.14M in Jan–May 2026, up 24.64%, while imports fell sharply. Asonahores on Shopping Tourism: Santo Domingo is positioning for shopping tourism, but tax-free tourism implementation remains a key hurdle. Disaster in Bayahibe: A major fire at Viva Dominicos Beach by Wyndham killed one tourist and injured nine; authorities evacuated about 1,690 guests.
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