AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoVenezuela Earthquake Response: Twin quakes (7.2 and 7.5) devastated Caracas and La Guaira, with officials reporting at least 188 deaths and nearly 1,500 injured as aftershocks and communications outages complicate rescue. Regional Solidarity: The U.S., Cuba, Iran and others pledged search-and-rescue and medical support, including help coordinated through international channels that also involve the Dominican Republic. Local Industry Voice: The Association of Industries of the Dominican Republic (AIRD) criticized the Senate’s rushed, non-consultative amendment to the Solid Waste Law, warning against higher special contributions without technical studies and pushing for input in the Chamber of Deputies. Tobacco Exports: Dominican tobacco exports hit $1.359B in 2025, up $19M, supporting 122,000 direct jobs, with 130 free-zone companies concentrated mainly in the north. Trade & Logistics: India’s ambassador urged more direct DR-India trade links to cut third-country routing costs, while the DR also moves to strengthen small businesses via Uber Eats partnerships. Aviation & Cargo: St. Vincent announced Executive Air’s new regional cargo service, explicitly linking improved logistics to tourism and farmer export access. Public Works & Safety: Santo Domingo’s Public Works Ministry outlined new safety measures for tunnels and overpasses. Energy Policy Debate: A former Economy Minister questioned the speed of the fiscal reform bill, citing falling oil prices and calling for transparency.
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