DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic has officially launched its first Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Attraction Plan for ICT Companies 2026–2036, a decade-long roadmap designed to position the nation as a premier regional center for high-value digital services.

The initiative, presented by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and MSMEs (MICM) with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), aims to integrate the country into the global value chains of the burgeoning digital economy.

A Vision for nearshoring and innovationDuring the launch event on 10 March 2026, Minister Eduardo “Yayo” Sanz Lovatón emphasized that the strategy capitalizes on the global trend of supply chain relocation. He noted that the country’s stability and geographic advantages make it a “world-class tech hub” candidate.

“The Dominican Republic stands out as a reliable...