Within the framework of the 12th World Congress of the Business Alliance for Secure Commerce (BASC), held under the theme “Securing Trade, Strengthening Trust,” the Dominican Republic reaffirmed its strategic position as a reliable partner and an ideal platform for productive linkages in the American continent. Representing the Minister of Industry, Commerce and MSMEs (MICM), Yayo Sanz Lovat\u00f3n, the Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Daniel Pe\u00f1a, highlighted the institutional progress and modernization that have transformed the business climate in the country.<\/p>\n\n
During his speech, Pe\u00f1a emphasized that the country has the necessary infrastructure, political stability, and a robust legal framework to attract investment, highlighting the fundamental role the nation plays as a commercial link between Europe, North America, and Latin America.<\/p>\n\n
The Dominican Republic is a commercial hub between Europe, North America, and the rest of Latin America, with social, political, and economic stability, available human talent, and a solid legal and incentive framework for foreign investment.<\/p>Daniel Pe\u00f1a, Vice Minister of Foreign Trade.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n
Economic growth and investor confidence<\/h3>\n\n
Confidence in the Dominican market is reflected in recent economic indicators. According to data shared during the event, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reached 3,276.5 million dollars at the close of the first semester of 2026, which represents an increase of 7.7% compared to the same period of the previous year. Likewise, the export sector showed record performance, achieving 9,277.0 million dollars between January and July 2026, a year-on-year growth of 12.5%.<\/p>\n\n
Pillars of efficient management<\/h3>\n\n\n
- Facilitation and Control:<\/strong> Continuity of the customs and trade modernization policies initiated in 2020.<\/li>
- Trade Security:<\/strong> Strengthening of the Coordination Board against Illicit Trade and Unfair Competition.<\/li>
- Strategic Vision:<\/strong> Implementation of the National Export Promotion Plan and the National Strategy for Modern Services Export under the administration of President Luis Abinader.<\/li>
- Intellectual Property:<\/strong> Promotion of the 2030 National Intellectual Property Strategy to ensure a competitive and secure environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n
About the BASC World Congress<\/h3>\n\n
The event, which commemorates the 30th anniversary of the BASC organization, brings together global leaders, customs authorities, and supply chain experts. The congress’s technical agenda focuses on critical topics such as cargo security, the application of artificial intelligence in logistics, public-private cooperation, and the mitigation of transnational threats.<\/p>\n\n
The edition features the participation of high-level figures such as Ian Saunders, Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO); Susan Thomas, from the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP); and representatives from the international leadership of the World BASC Organization, who analyze the current challenges of global trade and border security.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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