AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUS Tariff Shock & DR Response: The U.S. imposed new 10%–12.5% Section 301 forced-labor tariffs on 60 economies as the earlier Section 122 surcharge expired, and the Dominican Republic moved fast with Decree 502-26 to block imports linked to forced labor, putting Customs (DGA) in charge alongside the Labor and Foreign Affairs ministries. Cuba Trade Push: Santo Domingo resumed egg exports to Cuba, shipping about 3.9 million eggs in the first batch and aiming for 13 million a month, enabled by a new subsidy for maritime transport. Santo Domingo 2026 Logistics: OMSA launched a free Games bus route to Parque del Este and says 400 buses are lined up for athletes and volunteers, while organizers highlight political backing from Abinader and Medina for the event. Regional Integration Debate: A new argument for DR joining CARICOM says the country’s growth could expand the regional market and investment—especially as Haiti’s crisis remains a key obstacle. Public Safety & Infrastructure: FUDEC and ONESVIE urged stronger earthquake preparedness, citing major faults and the need for better building assessments. Travel Services: DR will let passengers renew passports at five airports under a new DA–DGP agreement, supporting the rollout of biometric passports.
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