DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

President Luis Abinader is in Paris to attend the OECD Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum held from 23 to 27 March 2026.

The participation called for the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the OECD and the Dominican Republic on 24 March 2026. This agreement is noted as a “strategic milestone” for the Caribbean region, as it establishes a roadmap for the country to implement the OECD Recommendation on Public Integrity.

The OECD Anti-Corruption and Integrity Outlook 2026 highlights the Dominican Republic as a significant emerging partner in the global fight against corruption. The report specifically details the country’s recent efforts to align its domestic legal frameworks with international transparency standards.

The report mentions the Dominican Republic in the “Leveraging Technology” section for its recent advancements in e-procurement systems. The...