Rosa Ng Báez warns about xenophobic undertones in criticisms of Chinese commerce in the country
Leader Rosa Ng Báez, a key figure in the connection with the Chinese community in the Dominican Republic, has raised her voice in response to the growing wave of questions that have recently emerged regarding the expansion of Chinese-owned commercial establishments in the national territory.
During a public intervention, Ng Báez expressed her deep concern regarding the tone adopted by certain sectors when referring to the presence of these merchants. According to the leader, some of the criticisms issued have begun to cross the line of economic debate to approach positions of a xenophobic nature, a phenomenon she considers dangerous for social coexistence.
An intensified debate
According to the leader’s vision, scrutiny of Chinese businesses has intensified following the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Dominican State and the People’s Republic of China. This shift in the geopolitical landscape seems to have shifted the focus of attention toward merchants of this nationality, creating an atmosphere of tension in certain sectors of the business and social spheres.
It is necessary to cautiously evaluate the public statements being issued. Linking commercial growth with prejudices can lead to positions that do not reflect the reality of this community’s contribution to the country.
Rosa Ng Báez
Call for caution
Ng Báez called for reflection on how these opinions are being handled in the public sphere. He emphasized that it is essential to differentiate between legitimate debate on trade regulations and those expressions that, by their nature, could foster rejection toward a specific group of the population.
The situation has brought to the table the need to handle issues related to investment and the presence of foreign communities with greater sensitivity, avoiding rhetoric becoming an instrument of division in Dominican society.
