AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPublic Health Watch: The Dominican Republic says it has no anthrax cases, but has boosted epidemiological surveillance after Haiti investigated 13 suspected cases in Grand’Anse, including two deaths. Education Policy: The Dominican Evangelical Alliance is pushing a national response to falling PISA results, including limits on cellphone use during school hours, after the country posted low proficiency rates in math, reading, and science. Regional Security & Elections: The OAS warned that Haitian elections should exclude politicians tied to criminal gangs, urging faster verification during the preparatory phase. AI & Digital Skills: President Luis Abinader launched “RD Inteligente,” aiming to train one million Dominicans in AI literacy and digital skills across schools, jobs, public service, and small businesses. Trade & Connectivity: Finance Minister Geoffrey Wever met aviation, port, and agribusiness leaders in Santo Domingo to strengthen Aruba–DR air and maritime supply links. Business & Consumer Pressure: Anadegas says 780 gas stations will disconnect Verifone on Sept. 25 over electronic payment costs, while merchants also renewed calls for tougher oversight of Chinese-owned stores. Cross-Border Control: The DR continues expanding its Haiti border fence to curb smuggling and strengthen territorial control.
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