AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCulture at UNESCO: Dominican Republic Culture Minister Roberto Ángel Salcedo inaugurated Latin America and Caribbean Week 2026 at UNESCO in Paris, spotlighting UNESCO-listed traditions like the Brotherhood of the Holy Spirit of the Congos of Villa Mella, merengue, bachata, and casabe knowledge. Tourism push: The DR was named Special Guest Country at FIT 2026 in Buenos Aires, with plans to showcase tourism beyond beaches—luxury, wellness, gastronomy, adventure, and cultural experiences. Infrastructure for daily life: President Abinader inaugurated the Enriquillo–El Higüero highway in Barahona to improve access to education, healthcare, and transport across the southwest. Regional ties: DR and Suriname signed agreements including visa-free tourism entry for Dominican passport holders who already have valid U.S. or Schengen visas. Community & giving back: David Ortiz’s Children’s Fund returned to Boston for its Heart Classic, raising support for pediatric cardiac care in the Dominican Republic and New England. Air connectivity: Arajet received its 16th aircraft, “Pico Diego de Ocampo,” and says flights to Santiago are planned for 2027.
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