Raquel Peña leads strategic meeting for the development of Duarte province
The Vice President of the Republic, Raquel Peña, held an important meeting in San Francisco de Macorís with representatives of the productive and social sectors of the Duarte province. The main objective of the day was to hear firsthand the local needs and evaluate key proposals to boost the economic and social growth of this region.
The activity, organized by the Association for the Development of the Duarte Province (Adeprodu), brought together a broad representation of business owners, agricultural producers, merchants, and community leaders, who presented the necessary pillars to strengthen the infrastructure and productivity of the area.
Key proposals for regional progress
- Significant improvements in land communication routes and local roads.
- Optimization and strengthening of drinking water and basic sanitation systems.
- Promotion of agro-industrial transformation to maximize the value of local production.
- Conversion of the San Francisco de Macorís free trade zone into a modern industrial park.
These meetings are extremely important to listen directly and for the Government to continue working closely with the communities.
Raquel Peña, Vice President of the Republic
Ramón Antigua Brito, president of Adeprodu, emphasized during his speech the transcendental role that the Duarte province plays in the national economy, highlighting its leadership in rice and cocoa production, as well as its robust livestock and commercial activity.
Commitment and follow-up
As a result of this dialogue table, it was agreed to create technical working groups between the Government and the private sectors. These sessions will allow for the evaluation of the feasibility of the projects presented, the establishment of a hierarchy of priorities, and the definition of effective monitoring mechanisms to ensure the fulfillment of the established objectives.
The event was attended by prominent figures from the political and social spheres, including Senator Franklin Romero, the Minister of Agriculture, Francisco Oliverio Espaillat, and the director of Indrhi, Olmedo Caba. Likewise, academic and business authorities were present, reaffirming the joint interest in the sustainable development of the region.
