DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

2024 ended with a record-breaking US$12.96 billion in merchandise exports. This represents an 8.3% year-on-year increase compared to 2023 and a significant 28.2% surge over 2019, the pre-pandemic year, according to preliminary data from the General Customs Agency (DGA).

“This sustained growth in exports reaffirms the pivotal role of foreign trade as an engine of the Dominican economy. It significantly contributes to job creation, foreign exchange earnings, and solidifying the country’s position in international markets. Moreover, it reflects the success of export promotion policies and the resilience of the domestic productive sector, positioning the Dominican Republic as a benchmark for competitiveness and dynamism in the region,” stated Biviana Riveiro, executive director of the Center for Export and Investment of the Dominican Republic (ProDominicana).

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