AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoVenezuela Earthquake Response: The Dominican Republic sent essential supplies and a new contingent of search-and-rescue specialists to quake-hit Venezuela under Operation Quisqueya Solidaria 2026, with Defense Minister Carlos Fernández Onofre praising the teams as they head to the hardest-hit areas. Maritime Policy: President Luis Abinader ordered the drafting of a National Maritime Strategy via Decree 353-26, tasking Anamar with coordinating and monitoring the plan to close regulatory gaps and boost maritime security. Tourism & Environment: Tourism Minister David Collado said the DR has set aside US$9 million to fight sargassum, but only after identifying a long-term offshore collection solution; he also pushed UN Tourism to accelerate research. Cruise Sector Boost: Collado received an FCCA leadership award tied to the DR’s cruise surge, while PAMAC highlighted growth from 1.1M cruise passengers (2019) to 2.8M (2025) and expects 3M by year-end. Tax Change Watch: DGII began rolling enforcement of Law 30-26, including a 50% jump in the departure fee from US$20 to US$30, collected at ticket sale across airports and maritime terminals. Energy Cooperation: The DR has six months to start oil and gas exploration in Guyana’s Berbice onshore block, with Refidomsa holding a 10% stake and preferential access if reserves are found.
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