# Dominican Republic economic, social, and governance trends > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-economic-and-social-development > Updated: 2026-09-30T11:45:08.000Z. Sources: 103. Developments: 3. The Dominican Republic continues to demonstrate economic and social development, characterized by a 4.5% macroeconomic growth rate and significant remittances from its diaspora, which exceeded $11.8 billion in 2025. The nation has solidified its status as a premier travel destination, recently ranked as the third-best location for winter beach vacations by HolidayCheck. Institutional progress has gained international recognition through an Integrity Study with the OECD, which noted a “solid institutional base” while recommending stronger whistleblower protections and the integration of integrity into public management. In criminal justice and security, authorities are intensifying efforts to combat crime and organized narcotics trafficking. President Luis Abinader has issued a public call for high-risk individuals with multiple criminal records to surrender. The National Police have reported a database containing 53,877 outstanding arrest warrants against 50,865 individuals. These warrants include 17,635 for gender-based violence, 11,587 for robbery, 5,951 for physical aggression, 4,018 for sexual aggression, 2,761 for cybercrimes, and 2,681 for homicide. Notably, one individual, José Luis Mateo Medina, is wanted under 41 separate warrants. To strengthen citizen security, the government is increasing police personnel and expanding the quadrant patrolling model through new technology. However, organizations such as Participación Ciudadana, the Movimiento Popular Dominicano (MPD), and the Catholic Church have criticized police “shootouts,” calling for a greater focus on constitutional rights and expressing concerns regarding the use of excessive force and deaths occurring during encounters with suspects. In legal and other developments, the Alliance Dominican Against Corruption (ADOCCO) is analyzing the impact of the new Penal Code on transparency. In La Romana, authorities arrested three individuals—Alejandro Rodríguez Reyes, Alex Ernesto Rodríguez Rondón, and Ámbar Melissa Rodríguez Ellis—for an alleged financial fraud involving two companies, with losses exceeding 85 million pesos. ## Claims - The Dominican Republic's dengue incidence rate is 8.57 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. (disputed) - The national cumulative incidence rate for dengue is 3.16 cases per 100,000 inhabitants as of week 27 of 2026. (disputed) - President Luis Abinader called on approximately 70 high-danger individuals with arrest warrants to surrender. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The National Police report 53,877 outstanding arrest warrants. (corroborated by 5 sources) - There are 17,635 warrants related to gender-based violence. (corroborated by 5 sources) - There are 2,681 warrants for homicide. (corroborated by 4 sources) - President Luis Abinader announced the government will continue to reinforce citizen security with more agents and technology. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Authorities arrested Gregory Arturo Calzado Paredes, known as ‘Big Leaguer’, in La Caleta. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Calzado Paredes was wanted for a seizure of 319.13 kilograms of cocaine at the Caucedo Multimodal Port. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-30: Dominican Republic National Police reports 53,877 outstanding arrest warrants The Dominican Republic National Police reports 53,877 outstanding arrest warrants. President Abinader has called for fugitives to surrender as the government expands security technology and police presence. 84 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/national-district-residents-report-increased-police-presence ### 2026-09-26: Dominican Republic sees rising global profile amid economic growth The Dominican Republic is gaining international recognition through tourism rankings, economic stability, and diaspora influence, despite domestic calls for improved water infrastructure in the east. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eastern-dominican-republic-calls-for-dam-construction ### 2026-09-23: Dominican Republic reports health improvements and seeks new international investments The Dominican Republic reports improved public health metrics, including a 20% drop in maternal mortality, while actively pursuing international investment in energy and technology through events in London. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-seeks-to-boost-mice-tourism-with-new-convention-center --- Cite as: Dominican Republic economic, social, and governance trends. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-economic-and-social-development