Military & Youth Policy: A bill in the Chamber of Deputies would require Dominicans ages 18–35 to complete mandatory military service, with selection via registration and lottery, training plus civic and technical instruction, state pay and Senasa coverage, and penalties for noncompliance. Public Health Oversight: The Ministry of Public Health launched a technical sweep of eight major hospitals to assess gaps tied to maternal and infant deaths, with teams focused on infection control, water and waste, clinical protocols, and supplies. Infrastructure & Mobility: Public Works outlined plans to replace Santo Domingo’s floating Ozama River bridge with a bascule-style viaduct to cut long traffic bottlenecks during maritime openings. Finance & Regulation: The Commercial Banks Association backed President Abinader’s appointment of Víctor Cedeño Brea as Superintendent of Banks, citing continuity and modernization of oversight and protections. International Cooperation: DR and Israel moved to deepen ties on irrigation and water management after the new Israeli ambassador met TNR leadership. Haiti-DR Links: AMCHAMDR welcomed U.S. approval to extend HOPE/HELP programs that keep Haiti’s garment jobs tied to a regional supply chain involving the DR. Youth & Education: The Ministry of Youth launched “Youth Out Loud,” a Guinness team reading-aloud attempt running through Sept. 20 with live 24/7 broadcast. Sports & Legal Fallout: Gamebred FC confirmed Anthony Smith’s Oct. 2 return in Santo Domingo despite his felony domestic-violence arrest, with the promotion stressing due process and presumption of innocence.