Latest news in Dominican Republic? September 22nd, 2026
22-09-2026
Key news developments in the Dominican Republic as of September 22, 2026:
Critical Minerals & Rare Earths Project: The Ministry of Energy and Mines reported significant progress in evaluating rare earth deposits, compiling over 5,000 sample analysis results. The government plans to release its initial resource estimates later this year, aiming to establish proven reserves by 2027 and potentially commence exports by 2028 under a bilateral framework with the United States.
Shanghai Metals Market (SMM) NewsDiplomacy & International Engagement: President Luis Abinader and official delegations are participating in events surrounding the UN General Assembly and the Concordia Summit in New York, highlighting opportunities in trade, critical minerals, and electronic passport rollouts for the diaspora. Concurrently, the American Chamber of Commerce in the DR (Amchamdr) finalized plans for the upcoming Dominican Week in Washington and New York.
dominicantoday.com+ 1Domestic Economy & Retail Tensions: The National Association of Gasoline Retailers (Anadegas) announced plans to suspend electronic card payments across nearly 800 service stations due to ongoing disputes over banking commissions and merchant fees. Meanwhile, the Central Bank reported a 2.9% year-on-year increase in total national employment.
dominicantoday.comInstitutional Governance & Security: The National Migration Institute (INM RD) and the General Directorate of Migration (DGM) formed a permanent joint training and management committee to tighten border enforcement and immigration oversight. Investigations are also proceeding regarding high-profile public health insurance fraud cases handled by the judiciary.
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