Abel Martínez proposes an opposition unity pact in the event of a possible runoff in 2028
The presidential hopeful for the Dominican Liberation Party (PLD), Abel Martínez, has launched a strategic proposal aimed at the country’s opposition forces. From the municipal district of Juan López, in Moca, the political leader suggested establishing clear rules now to define potential mutual support in the event that the 2028 presidential elections require a runoff.
For Martínez, it is fundamental that political leadership sets aside egos and focuses on building a mechanism of understanding that avoids unnecessary conflicts between opposition parties in the face of a runoff scenario.
We opposition leaders must sit down, set aside any ego, establish clear rules, and keep the peace. If there is a runoff, the opposition party that remains in the competition must receive the support of the others.
Abel Martínez, PLD leader
A strategy of foresight, not immediate alliance
The PLD leader emphasized that this initiative should not be interpreted as a premature electoral alliance or as an attempt to curb the aspirations of other political organizations. On the contrary, he defines it as a precautionary measure in the event that no party achieves the majority necessary to win in the first round.
During his speech, Martínez reaffirmed his political objectives for the upcoming electoral cycle:
- The PLD maintains its focus on working to win in the first round and heading the presidential ticket in 2028.
- A call is made to the PLD membership to strengthen internal unity and reconnect with the demands of the population.
- The candidate will continue his agenda of national tours to consolidate his political project.
Current political context
This proposal emerges at a key moment in which the main opposition forces, including the PLD, led by Danilo Medina, and the Fuerza del Pueblo, presided over by Leonel Fernández, are intensifying their internal preparations. It is worth remembering that the Dominican Republic has not experienced a second electoral round since 1996, a fact that sets an important precedent in the country’s democratic history.
