DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

New Finance and Economy Minister Magin Diaz announced key changes to the 2025 National Budget to boost the economy. Last week he met with legislators of the Special Finance Committee of the Chamber of Deputies to present the government’s proposed reformulation of the 2025 National Budget, which totals RD$69.7 billion. The government says the revised budget prioritizes economic stimulation through increased public investment and targeted sectoral spending.

Of the total amount, RD$20 billion will go to the National Treasury to manage its obligations. The rest is largely earmarked for ministries and institutions expected to drive economic growth amid global uncertainty.

The Ministry of Public Works is set to receive RD$17 billion, the largest allocation after the Treasury, followed by the Ministry of Public Health with RD$12.9 billion. The Ministry of Interior and Police is...