Dominican President Abinader Promises Poverty Cuts and Constitutional Safeguards Before 2028 Exit

President Luis Abinader said his legacy after leaving office in 2028 will include strengthening institutions, a constitutional amendment to forbid presidential re‑election after two terms, a measurable reduction in poverty and several infrastructure projects. He highlighted that multilateral and financial agencies recognize poverty reduction as a demonstrable metric. Abinader criticised the PLD’s reaction to his remarks, noting that recent opinion polls show the PRM’s favorability nearly triple that of the PLD. He argued that the same surveys used to assess public confidence in the police and state agencies should also be trusted for gauging government support.

The commentary underscores ongoing political debate in the Dominican Republic over the use of polling data and the credibility of the ruling party amid calls for more substantive arguments rather than partisan rhetoric.