AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoForced-Labor Trade Pressure: The U.S. Trade Representative has proposed Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labor enforcement failures, listing the Dominican Republic among 60 economies flagged, with duties ranging from 10% to 12.5% depending on commitments. Local Faith & Culture: Corpus Christi is set to draw thousands of Catholic faithful across the Dominican Republic this Thursday, with processions, prayers, and flower-sawdust carpets culminating in major events in Santo Domingo and Santiago. Social Security Improvements: DIDA recognized 31 “good practices” from 15 entities to strengthen oversight and service quality in social security, highlighting more people-centered care. Prison Mental Health Push: President Abinader swore in a committee to expand mental health policies inside prisons, including new beds, psychosocial centers, and specialized facilities. Agriculture & Water Tech: TNR and Confenagro signed an agreement to train producers and modernize irrigation for more efficient, sustainable farming. Sports & Community: Abasado announced its TBS Women’s 2026 tournament for Aug. 12, while Jarabacoa kicks off a 15th Flower Festival edition June 4-7.
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