Government presents ambitious infrastructure plan to transform road mobility in the Dominican Republic
President Luis Abinader led the second edition of “The Weekly Agenda,” a space dedicated to detailing progress and future projects regarding road infrastructure. The central objective of the meeting was to inform the public about the strategic works that seek to optimize connectivity, reduce travel times, and increase safety on the main highways of the national territory.
The presentation featured key figures from the sector, including representatives from the Ministry of Public Works, INAPA, RD Vial, the Ministry of Housing and Buildings, as well as the CAASD, consolidating a comprehensive vision for the development of urban and regional mobility.
Strategic solutions for Greater Santo Domingo
One of the focal points of the agenda was the decongestion of Greater Santo Domingo. The authorities highlighted previous interventions at the Plaza de la Bandera, Isabel Aguiar, and the Ecológica avenue. Among the most relevant announcements are:
- Construction of elevated highways on the Duarte Highway to eliminate traffic lights at the exit towards the north.
- Four-kilometer expansion of the Sánchez highway, from the Haina toll booth to the bypass, improving access to the South and the Cibao region.
- Strategic connection between República de Colombia Avenue and Jacobo Majluta.
- Construction of an underpass near the cable car terminal towards La Victoria.
- Replacement of the current floating bridge with a modern bascule bridge over the Ozama River, designed to streamline the passage of vessels without significantly affecting vehicular traffic.
Expansion of the national road network
The Duarte Highway, the country’s main artery, remains a priority. Current work is focused on expanding various sections to six lanes, including the stretch from Santo Domingo to Villa Altagracia and from the Santiago airport to Loma Miranda. These improvements include the closure of dangerous intersections and the construction of operational U-turns to reduce the accident rate.
Government planning includes the execution of five major bypasses in addition to the already known ones in Azua and Baní, seeking to efficiently connect the different regions of the country.
The new beltway projects include those in Navarrete, Los Alcarrizos, Moca, San Francisco de Macorís, and La Otra Banda. The latter is considered key to boosting the flow toward the tourist area of Bávaro and Punta Cana. Meanwhile, the Navarrete beltway, vital for mobility in the Northwest Line, is scheduled for delivery this year.
With these initiatives, the administration reaffirms its commitment to modernizing the national infrastructure, guaranteeing a more agile, safe road network that is in line with the growth needs of the Dominican Republic.
