AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMaternal Health Push: Dominican Republic’s SNS director Dr. Julio Landrón toured maternity hospitals, calling for “zero tolerance” on preventable maternal and infant deaths and urging strict protocol use for pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn emergencies. Dengue Prevention: The Ministry of Public Health is intensifying dengue control nationwide with fumigation, community cleanups, and the “Eliminate, Clean and Cover” message to remove standing water and cover tanks. Health System Reform (Intl): Health Minister Víctor Atallah presented health system transformation plans at PAHO and OAS, focusing on access, digital health, innovation, and stronger health leadership. Pet Travel Services: DIGEGA says it cut international pet health certificate processing to minutes by modernizing procedures, supporting safer dog and cat exports. Food Safety Alert: Antigua and Barbuda’s pork import ban remains in effect due to African Swine Fever concerns tied to Dominican Republic pork products. Trade & Workforce: President Abinader flagged U.S. reciprocal tariff negotiations as a priority while highlighting Infotep expansion and efforts to reduce business permits to boost investment. Wellness Tourism: Moon Palace The Grand Punta Cana has opened with an O Spa and resort-wide wellness and dining options.
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