President Luis Abinader highlighted the fundamental role that the province of Santiago plays in national development, defining it as one of the most important economic and demographic engines of the Dominican Republic. During his official agenda in the Heart City, the president underscored that this demarcation concentrates more than 10% of the country’s total population.<\/p>\n\n
In terms of productivity, the head of state highlighted that Santiago contributes approximately 15% of the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP), a figure that reflects its capacity and relevance in the Dominican economic machinery.<\/p>\n\n
Santiago represents a little more than 10% of the population and, in economic terms, about 15% of the gross product.<\/p>Luis Abinader, President of the Dominican Republic<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n
A service benchmark for the Northern region<\/h3>\n\n
Beyond its economic indicators, President Abinader emphasized that Santiago’s influence extends throughout the Cibao region. The city has established itself as a nerve center where citizens from different provinces converge in search of essential services, standing out especially in critical areas such as health and other public services.<\/p>\n\n
This dynamic makes the province an essential reference point for regional development, centralizing a large part of the opportunities and decisions that impact the lives of Cibao residents.<\/p>\n\n
Presidential agenda in Santiago<\/h3>\n\n
These statements were issued within the framework of the workday that the president has carried out in Santiago this week. By temporarily moving his official duties to the province, the president has held various meetings with officials and representatives of multiple productive sectors to promote strategic projects.<\/p>\n\n
- Population concentration: Greater than 10% of the national total.<\/li>
- Economic contribution: Nearly 15% of the country’s GDP.<\/li>
- Regional role: Center for services, health, and opportunities for the Cibao region.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n
The presence of the Executive in the city has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the Northern region, positioning Santiago not only as a historical center, but as a vital hub for the nation’s sustained growth.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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