Dominican Republic Achieves FAO Zero‑Hunger Milestone

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) confirmed that the Dominican Republic has met the “Zero Hunger” target by reducing the prevalence of sub‑nutrition to below 2.5 %, officially removing the country from the global hunger map. President Luis Abinader credited a coordinated set of policies – including the Dirección de Asistencia Social y Alimentación Comunitaria’s school‑meal program, expanded social assistance, and investment in agricultural productivity – for the achievement.

Political and sector leaders praised the result. Analyst Carlos Gabriel García described it as a “triumph of the nation,” while the Confederación Nacional de Productores Agropecuarios (CONFENAGRO) said it validates continued support for domestic producers. Senators Daniel Rivera and PRM member Tomás Hernández highlighted the impact of social programs and agro‑sector backing on food security and long‑term development. The FAO report (SOFI 2026) noted the Dominican Republic’s progress as a regional reference.

Officials said the milestone signals stronger food‑security foundations, higher productivity, and improved health and education outcomes, and they vowed to sustain the policies that made the achievement possible.