PLD evaluates six years of PRM administration: unfulfilled promises questioned
The Dominican Liberation Party (PLD) presented a critical assessment of the first six years of the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM) administration. The political organization focused its questioning on the economic impact on Dominican families, the state of citizen security, and the effectiveness of the anti-corruption policies promised at the beginning of Luis Abinader’s administration.
Johnny Pujols, secretary general of the PLD, led the press conference where he emphasized that three fundamental government commitments from 2020 —a 30% reduction in food prices, a 50% decrease in crime, and a “zero tolerance” policy toward corruption— remain unfulfilled after more than five years of administration.
Impact on the basic food basket
According to the data presented by the opposition organization, the prices of basic necessities have recorded significant increases from the end of 2020 to mid-2026. According to the figures provided by the PLD, the increases reflect constant pressure on citizens’ budgets:
- Rice: 116% increase.
- Beans: 69% rise.
- Soybean oil: 200% increase.
- Chicken: rise of over 99%.
- Beef and pork: increases of over 132% and 94%, respectively.
The report highlights that the basic family basket increased from RD$36,936.17 to RD$49,613.15 during this period. Likewise, the PLD warned that the costs for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year represent another significant economic burden for households.
Six years ago, a 30% reduction in food prices was promised. Six years ago, a 50% reduction in crime was promised. Six years ago, zero tolerance for corruption was promised. Those three issues continue to be the population’s main concerns.
Johnny Pujols, Secretary General of the PLD
Security and anti-corruption efforts
In the area of security, the PLD questioned the methodology used by the authorities to measure crime. Pujols pointed out that the challenge transcends the homicide rate, pointing to the penetration of organized crime into state institutions. The party cited as worrying examples investigations linked to Intrant, Operation Falcon, and drug trafficking networks at the Caucedo Multimodal Port.
Regarding the fight against corruption, the opposition organization focused on recent investigations involving the National Health Insurance (SENASA). According to the PLD, these files contradict the discourse of transparency that the government championed upon coming to power, affecting the credibility of its institutional promises.
Additional observations
The assessment also included criticisms of the management of the electricity sector, pointing out deficiencies in service quality and the burden of subsidies. Furthermore, they denounced a weakening of the administrative career due to the increase in discretionary appointments instead of public competitions. Finally, the deterioration of critical infrastructure was highlighted, including local roads and drainage problems that affect urban mobility.
