AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPermitting Overhaul at Cap Cana: MIVHED and the Ministry of Housing pushed “Towards Efficient Permitting” to streamline approvals, boost transparency, and cut timelines, citing 921 building permits in H1 2026 and a new national digital platform. Forest-Fire Crackdown: The Environment Ministry, with military surveillance and patrols, imposed a temporary ban on unauthorized agricultural burning through Aug. 31, warning most fires are human-caused and will be prosecuted. Public Health Investment: SNS began the first phase of renovating Salvador B. Gautier Hospital with nearly RD$1 billion to modernize infrastructure and speed safer, more humanized care. Beach Access Rules: Tourism Minister David Collado said private security can’t block public beaches, announcing an interagency group to settle disputes and protect access. State Payroll Audit: MAP launched an in-person audit to reconcile public payroll records, aiming to correct discrepancies and update salary distortions. Anti-Trafficking Warning: Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez marked World Day Against Trafficking, saying coercion is pushing victims into fraud and cybercrime. Justice in High-Profile Case: A court ordered trial to proceed for councilman Walky Cuevas Charles and W. Cuevas Autoimport over alleged drug trafficking and money laundering. Tourism Growth Moves: Arajet reported 16.3% passenger growth on Jamaica–DR routes in H1 2026, and Collado launched RD$136.9 million renovations for Los Almendros Beach and the Baní boardwalk.
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