AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTourism Under Pressure: Dominican authorities coordinated the return of nearly 1,700 tourists after a massive fire nearly destroyed the Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham in Bayahibe; an Italian guest, Francesca Valentino, died and the cause is still under investigation. Security & Justice: DNCD and the Public Ministry carried out raids on micro-trafficking networks in Santo Domingo Este, arresting 42 people and seizing drugs and cash. Cruise Strategy: Tourism Minister David Collado said he’s pushing to protect cruise arrivals after warning signs in May–July, and Puerto Plata was named host of the Pamac Cruise Summit 2026. US-DR Nuclear Cooperation: The U.S. and the Dominican Republic signed a nuclear cooperation memorandum of understanding to expand civil nuclear ties and energy security. Migration Crackdown: Two DGM collaborators were arrested for allegedly smuggling 22 Haitian migrants using official vehicles. Civil Society: Best Buddies Dominican Republic announced its new Board of Directors to expand inclusion and employment programs. Weather Watch: Saharan dust and heat continue this weekend, with a tropical wave bringing more showers starting Sunday in parts of Greater Santo Domingo.
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