DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

Eduardo Sanz Lovatón / DGA

Dominican exports have demonstrated robust growth this year, with figures reaching an impressive US$5.64 billion to May 2025, driven by increased shipments to key markets such as the United States and Haiti, the Customs Agency reports.

In a remarkable achievement, Dominican exports hit a historic high in May 2025, totaling US$1.378 million. This represents a significant 13.4% increase compared to the same month last year, underscoring the resilience of the nation’s trade sector amidst ongoing geopolitical and commercial pressures impacting global commerce.

Cumulatively, for the first five months of the year, exports have maintained a strong upward trajectory, reaching the aforementioned US$5.64 billion. This accumulated figure reflects an 8.6% growth rate. Free trade zones have been a significant contributor to this success, accounting for 62.5% of...