AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTourism Boom: The Dominican Republic logged 6,616,671 visitors in the first half of 2026, up 7.7% year-on-year, with the country on track to chase 12 million for the year. China–DR Air Link: China’s ambassador says a direct flight is a top priority to boost tourism, trade, and cultural exchange, with possible stopovers discussed. Business & Inclusion: MICM and Equifax Dominicana signed an agreement to expand financial inclusion and formalization for MSMEs. Rural Life & Health: ENHOGAR-MICS 2025 finds only 68% of rural households have safe drinking water (92% urban), with gaps tied to health risks for young children. Digital Divide: Internet access reaches 56.2% of households overall, but only 45.5% in rural areas. Extreme Heat Watch: Indomet warns of persistent sweltering conditions for two weeks, with NOAA placing the DR at “Extremely Severe” risk in parts of the northwest. Culture & Fashion: Fashion Freak Fest 2026 returns in Santo Domingo with “Maison Caribe” and a “Wear the Island” theme, spotlighting Caribbean identity through designers and talks. Public Safety: Interior and Police Minister Faride Raful condemned the execution-style killing of a 16-year-old in Herrera, calling it unforgivable police abuse.
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